Practice question

What are the two primary functions of a starter motor solenoid?

To pump fuel and adjust ignition advance
To act as a heavy-duty relay that switches high current to the starter motor, and to mechanically engage the starter pinion gear with the flywheel ring gear
To charge the battery and regulate dashboard instrument lights
To ground the ignition coils and monitor oil pressure

Answer: B — To act as a heavy-duty relay that switches high current to the starter motor, and to mechanically engage the starter pinion gear with the flywheel ring gear

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