DEFINITION: The starter solenoid clicks, but the engine cranks slowly or not at all. Always ensure that a good battery is installed in the vehicle, starting system operation depends heavily on the battery condition.

Were you sent here from the Starting System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Starting System Check

1. Connect a DMM between the positive and negative battery posts.
2. Turn the ignition switch to START.
3. Measure the voltage at the battery while cranking the engine.

Is the voltage greater than 9.5 volts?

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Engine Cranks but Does Not Run

Go to Step 3

1. Connect a DMM between the negative battery terminal and the starter housing.
2. Turn the ignition switch to START.
3. Measure the voltage drop between the negative battery terminal and the starter housing while cranking the engine.

Is the voltage reading less than 0.5 volts?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

1. Connect a DMM between the positive battery terminal and terminal B at the starter solenoid.
2. Turn the ignition switch to START.
3. Measure the voltage drop between the positive battery terminal and the starter solenoid terminal B while cranking the engine.

Is the voltage reading less than 0.5 volts?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 7

Check for any mechanical issues which may cause the engine or starter motor to bind up and not turn the engine over. If OK, replace the starter motor assembly.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Starting System Check

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Replace the negative battery cable.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Starting System Check

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Replace the positive battery cable.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Starting System Check

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