Thread: starter amps
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Old 11-25-2021, 11:29 AM   #14
goodcar
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Default Re: starter amps

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Originally Posted by chkolar View Post
I am trying to determine how many amps my starter draws when starting my car. I have a clamp on ammeter gauge and want to know how to test is. What procedure do I use? What should the starter draw during startup? My car doesn't start until I take my foot off of the starter button.
Car doesn't start until you take your foot off the starter button??? Your starter may be dragging the voltage down to the point where it is killing the spark. If possible, I would try a different starter but first make sure battery, starter and cable connections are clean and tight. Maybe try hand cranking.
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