Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Starting and Charging System Check? | -- | Go to Starting System Check | |
2 | Does the engine emit a high pitched whine during cranking but the engine cranks and fires OK? | -- | ||
3 | Decrease the distance between the starter drive pinion and the flywheel. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | -- |
4 | Does the engine emit a high pitched whine as the ignition key is being released, but the engine cranks and fires OK? | -- | ||
5 | Increase the distance between the starter drive pinion and the flywheel. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | -- |
6 | Does the engine make a loud whoop after the engine fires as the starter drive pinion is still engaged? | -- | ||
7 | Does the engine rumble, growl or knock as the starter motor is coasting down to a stop after the engine is started? | -- | ||
8 | Repair or replace the starter drive Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | -- |
9 | Repair or replace the starter armature. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | -- |
