Was the starting system check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Starting System Check

Load test the battery. Refer to Battery Not Operating Properly for service procedure.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 3

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1. Turn the ignition switch off.
2. Connect a DMM between the positive battery terminal and the starter terminal B.
3. While measuring voltage on the DMM, turn the ignition switch to the START position.

Is the voltage measured less than the specified value?

0.5V

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

1. Connect a DMM between the negative battery terminal and G113.
2. While measuring voltage on the DMM, turn the ignition switch to the START position.

Is the voltage measured less than the specified value?

0.5V

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 7

Check for engine seizure.

Does the engine show signs of seizure?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

Check the positive battery cable (circuit 1) for a poor connection between the starter motor terminal B and the battery.

If connection is OK, then replace the positive battery cable. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement for service procedure.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

If connection is OK, then replace the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement for service procedure.

Check the negative battery cable (circuit 50) for a poor connection between the engine block and the battery.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 10

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Refer to Engine Component Description in Engine Mechanical for further diagnosis and repair of the engine.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 10

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Replace the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement for service procedure.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 10

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1. Turn the ignition switch off.
2. Reconnect connectors/components removed.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Starting System Check

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