Step | Action | Yes | No | ||||
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Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List | |||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | |||||
2 | Apply the brake and press the start button. Did the starter solenoid click? | Go to Step 3 | |||||
3 | Inspect the engine and belt drive system for mechanical binding, seized engine, or seized generator. Does the engine move freely? | Go to Step 4 |
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4 | Test the battery positive cable between the battery and the starter solenoid for high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 | ||||
5 | Test the ground circuit between the battery and the starter motor for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 | ||||
6 | 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? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 | ||||
7 | Replace the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 8 | -- | ||||
8 | Operate the system for which the symptom occurred. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 2 | ||||
