When reversing the wires, most starters change the fields to cause the motor to spin in the same direction. It is difficult to connect the positive wire from the battery to the negative of the starter, so you have to make a short circuit.
Which side of starter solenoid is positive?
To check the solenoid and ignition switch, connect the voltmeter across the solenoid. Connect the voltmeter across the solenoid terminals, the negative lead on the feed (battery) side, the positive on the starter side.
What wire goes to the starter solenoid?
The negative (ground) cable connects the negative - battery terminal to the engine cylinder block, or transmission, close to the starter. The positive cable connects the positive + battery terminal to the starter solenoid.
What happens if you put a relay in backwards?
Often seen as a quick fix, using the wrong relay for the application can cause inadvertent voltage spikes. Many relays, if installed for the wrong application, could and will cause a short (Internal Relay Circuit) and most likely cause functionality issues or even damage to the vehicle computer systems.
Does it matter which way a relay is installed?
The orientation of the relays shouldnt really matter. On the bottom of the relay you will see the numbers 85, 86, 87 & 30 marked. 85 & 86 are the terminals connected to the relay coil (the relay control circuit) and 87 & 30 are the terminals connected to the switch contacts (the relay load circuit).
How do you know which way the starter goes?
Take a close look at the tip of each tooth on the gear. There will be a beveled (slanted) edge on one side of the tooth or the other. If the beveled edge is on the right, the starter is RIGHT HAND (Clockwise CW) ROTATION. If the beveled edge is on the left, the starter is LEFT HAND (Counter-Clockwise CCW) ROTATION.
Do starters just stop working?
Sometimes a starter motor just stops working one day with no prior signs. Sometimes a worn-out or shorted starter may turn over slower than usual, even if the battery is fully charged or new. In some cars a starter motor may produce abnormal grinding or screeching noises when its going bad.