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For 1990-2009 cars only

Test Description

The steps below refer to the test steps in the diagnostic table.

  1. Inspect the engine for mechanical failure, or the binding of driven components including driveline related components.

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check for starting and charging?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Charging System

2

Turn the ignition to the START position.

Did the starter solenoid click only one time?

Go to Step 3

Go to Starter Solenoid Does Not Click

3

Inspect the engine and belt drive system for mechanical binding (seized engine, seized generator).

Does the engine move freely?

Go to Step 4

Go to Engine Mechanical

4

Inspect for poor connections at the battery terminals. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 5

5

Inspect for poor connections at the starter motor. 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 9

Go to Step 6

6

Test the battery positive cable between the battery and the starter solenoid for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 7

7

Test the ground circuit of the starter motor between the battery and the starter motor for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

8

Replace the Starter Motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement

Go to Step 9

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9

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2