Connector End View Reference: Engine Electrical Connector End Views

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

Turn the ignition to the START position.

Does the starter solenoid click only one time?

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Go to Starter Solenoid Does Not Click

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Inspect the engine and the belt drive system for mechanical binding (seized engine, seized generator).

Does the engine move freely?

Go to Step 4

Go to Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate for the 3.5L (LX9) engine

or

Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate for the 3.6L (LY7) engine

Test the battery positive voltage circuit between the battery and the starter motor for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Test the ground circuit between the battery and the starter motor for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Inspect for poor connections at the starter. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 7

Replace the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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