how do i test for a short in a starter motor.

2010 TOYOTA TACOMA
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AMPONSEM MICHAEL
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i have being finding it difficult to test a starter motor short with a test light, how do i go by it .
Dec 16, 2011 at 9:48 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You can try checking the armature/commutator-but if I were you just replace the starter motor to prevent further problems
Dec 16, 2011 at 10:12 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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What makes you think the starter is shorted? I can't remember ever seeing one do that.
Dec 16, 2011 at 10:43 PM