Test B: Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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When working with electrical components refer to wiring schematics. See WIRING DIAGRAMS
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- Did you perform the DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK (ENGINE ELECTRICAL)? If yes, proceed to next step. If no, see DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK (ENGINE ELECTRICAL) .
- Turn the ignition to the START position. Did the starter solenoid click? If yes, proceed to next step. If no, see TEST A: STARTER SOLENOID DOES NOT CLICK .
- 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 TEST E: ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK (CRANKSHAFT WILL NOT ROTATE) .
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Replace the starter. See STARTER . When complete, proceed to next step.
- Operate the system for which the symptom occurred. Did you correct the condition? If yes, system is okay. If no, go to step 2 .