Will the voltage measurements of a starter with a dead segment come out as if it's ok? 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse gs 2.0
No
replace the armature
one dead segment ( normally a dry joint on the commutator bar) will stop the starter operation if that bar stops under a brush
The starter tests ok across the tester but the car won't start. I have to push start it
the only way to test an armature is to put it in a machine called a "growler"and use a blade ( hacksaw blade is good) to check the frequency as the armature is turned dead bars or windings will not vibrate the blade
we are talking of a starter not turning the engine over here and not turning the motor but not starting ( firing up)
If you push it to start it , well that indicates a bad battery , bad ground or bad cables and terminals
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