Ducati Scrambler 800 - Service manual > Solenoid starter

The solenoid starter (1) is located under the seat, inside the electrical components compartment.

Remove the seat (Removing the seat).

Disconnect the battery (Battery).

Removal procedure

Disconnect solenoid starter connector (2) from the wiring. Slide the solenoid starter out of its seat. Remove protection (3).

Undo the screws (4), taking care to collect the spring washers (5).

Remove the starter motor-solenoid starter cable (6) and the solenoid starter-battery cable (7).

Checking operation of the solenoid starter.

Apply 12 V (battery voltage) across the positive terminal and negative terminal of the connector.

With a multimeter connected between the two poles (threaded pins) of the solenoid starter, check for electric continuity.

If there is no electric continuity, ensure that the terminals are not oxidised and apply water repellent spray.

Change the solenoid starter if the malfunction persists.

Refitting procedure

Lay down the starter motor-solenoid starter cable (6) and the solenoid starter-battery cable (7).

Start screws (4) with washers (5). Tighten screws (4) to the specified torque of 10 Nm +- 10%.

Refit protection cover (3). Fasten solenoid starter in its seat and connect the connector.

Refit the seat (Refitting the seat).

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