Eclipse
Without Theft Alarm ........................ Behind Center Of Dash
With Theft Alarm .... Under Left Of Instrument Panel, On Relay Box
Galant ................................... Inside Right Front Fender
Mirage .......................... In Left Underhood Fuse/Relay Block
Montero ...................................... Behind Center Of Dash
Montero Sport ................... In Left Underhood Fuse/Relay Block
3000GT ......................... In Right Underhood Fuse/Relay Block
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Fig. 1: Identifying Starter Relay Connector Terminals (3000GT)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
BENCH TESTING
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
CAUTION: Perform tests in less than 10 seconds to prevent damage to
coil.
NO-LOAD TEST
1) Install starter in soft-jawed vise. Connect starter in
series with a fully-charged 12-volt battery. Connect a 100-amp ammeter
and carbon pile rheostat in series with positive battery post and
starter motor terminal. See Fig. 2.
2) Install voltmeter across starter motor. Adjust carbon pile
rheostat to full resistance. Connect cable from starter motor body to
negative battery terminal. Adjust carbon pile rheostat to proper test
voltage. Ensure maximum amperage is as specified and starter rotates
