2000 Arctic Cat 500cc - Starter System

[gpm67dfm]

I have a 500cc that only 'clicks' when I push the starter button. When I jump start it, it still only clicks so it is not the battery. I have taken the starter out and it runs when connected to a battery so the starter motor is good. I can start the 4x4 with the pull starter. Is there a solenoid that engages the starter? What do the wires do that go into the gear housing the starter fits into? How can I test the epoxy module or should I? What's my next move? I need help! Thanks....

[oxidized_black]

even if the starter spins while it is out of the engine, it might not spin under a load. napa or an automotive shop can put the starter under a load to determine if it is bad. there is usually a junction where the battery cables come off the battery and go to the starter, the solenoid is there, along with a fuse or two.

[gpm67dfm]

even if the starter spins while it is out of the engine, it might not spin under a load. napa or an automotive shop can put the starter under a load to determine if it is bad. there is usually a junction where the battery cables come off the battery and go to the starter, the solenoid is there, along with a fuse or two.

Do you know what the wires do that go into the crank case where the starter attaches? What disengages the starter so it doesn't have to rotate when not being used?

[gpm67dfm]

Do you know what the two wires do that go into the crank case alongside the starter? It appears that the starter gear is always engaged which would require it to always be spinning even when not being used. That does not make sense.

[gpm67dfm]

I found the problem using the wiring diagram and a volt meter. It was a poor contact on the starter side of the relay.