GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Did you review the following description and operations and perform the necessary inspections?

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms - Engine Electrical

2

Turn the ignition to the START position.

Did the starter solenoid click?

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 Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 1.2 L engine
    • Go to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 1.4 L (L95) engine
    • Go to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 1.4 L SOHC engine
    • Go to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 1.5 L engine
    • Go to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 1.6 L (LXV) engine
    • Go to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 1.6 L (LXT) engine

4

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

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5

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

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 or Connector Repairs.

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

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8

Operate the system for which the symptom occurred.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3