Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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When testing the circuit for a high resistance ensure to use the voltage drop test in the Circuit Testing procedure. If the circuit has more than more than a 0.5-volt drop when the starter is engaged then there is a high resistance.
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When testing the circuit for a high resistance ensure to use the voltage drop test in the Circuit Testing procedure. If the circuit has more than more than a 0.5-volt drop when the starter is engaged then there is a high resistance. Ensure when testing the engine ground to battery to connect the engine ground lead to the base of the starter.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
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Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics | |||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information |
2 | Turn the ignition to the START position. Did the starter solenoid click? | Go to Step 3 | |
3 | Inspect the engine and belt drive system for mechanical binding, e.g. seized engine, seized generator. Does the engine move freely? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate in Engine Mechanical - 2.2L (L61) or Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (LX9) . |
Test the battery positive cable between the battery and the starter solenoid for high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 | |
Test the ground circuit between the battery and the engine for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. 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 in Wiring Systems. 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 |
