Title: Perform starter current draw test; determine necessary action.
Course: Automotive Technology II (20104-II) > Section: Electrical/Electronic Systems: Starting System

Procedure should include

- disabling ignition/fuel system
- using an induction amperage tester
- cranking the engine to test current draw.

ASE Education Foundation
2017 Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) Level
VI. Electrical/Electronic Systems
C. Starting System
Task 1

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the purpose of a starter current draw test?
- What does excessive current draw mean?
- What does lower-than-normal current draw mean?