The truck wont start unless you short across the solenoid. Before replacing the solenoid, what else should I check. Can the solenoid be daignosed with a voltmeter?
A test light is better for basic testing(puts a load on the circuit).You should be able to get a light on the small solenoid wire when the key is turned to "start".If the light comes on,and shorting across the large terminals cranks the starter,the solenoid is the problem.(pretty common cause).
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Definately sounds like an ignition problem. Try changing the ignition control module on the driver's side fender well.
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this is the wiring of the basic starter motor , it may have small diffences but the logic is there...
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Most likely you need a new Ignition switch. The small "tickler" wires on your solenoid are staying on. You can disconnect the small wire from the Solenoid and then put a test light on it. Turn the Ignition to Start and see if the wire stays hot when you release the key.
Another problem you could have is the Starter has such a bad intermittent short in it, that it keeps the points welded together after the key is released from the Start position. You can get a starter Draw test done at some parts stores like Autozone or Oreillys to name a few, they do it free and on the truck.
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