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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Action

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Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics

1

Did you review the starting system operation and perform the necessary inspections?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms - Engine Electrical

2

Verify that the starter solenoid clicks but the engine does not start.

Does the engine start?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Is the battery voltage greater than the specified value?

12 V

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 9

4

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
  2. Measure the voltage between the negative battery terminal and the engine block.

Is the voltage less than the specified value?

0.5 V

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
  2. Measure the voltage between the starter solenoid terminal B and the appropriate circuit at the battery:
  3. • CKT 32 (RED) (2.2L)
    • CKT 19 (RED) (4.3L)

Is the voltage more than the specified value?

0.5 V

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

6

Replace the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Cable .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 10

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7

Repair or replace the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 10

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8

Replace the positive battery cable. Refer to Battery Cable .

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Step 10

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9

Charge the battery. Refer to Battery Charging .

Is the battery voltage greater than the specified value?

12 V

Go to Step 10

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10

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 3