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Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank

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NOTE: To identify system wiring schematics, see SCHEMATIC & ROUTING DIAGRAMS .
  1. Did you perform the DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK (ENGINE ELECTRICAL)? If yes, proceed to next step. If no, see DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK (ENGINE ELECTRICAL) .
  2. Turn the ignition to the START position. Did the starter solenoid click? If yes, proceed to next step. If no, see STARTER SOLENOID DOES NOT CLICK .
  3. Inspect the engine and belt drive system for mechanical binding, seized engine, or seized generator. Does the engine move freely? If yes, proceed to next step. If no, see ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK (CRANKSHAFT WILL NOT ROTATE) .
  4. Test the battery positive cable between the battery and the starter solenoid for high resistance. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step  8. If no, proceed to next step.
  5. Test the ground circuit between the battery and the starter motor for a high resistance. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step  8. If no, proceed to next step.
  6. Inspect for poor connections at the starter. Did you find and correct the condition? If yes, go to step  8. If no, proceed to next step.
  7. Replace the Starter. See STARTER MOTOR . When complete, proceed to next step.
  8. Operate the system for which the symptom occurred. Did you correct the condition? If yes, system is okay. If no, go to step  2.
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