Test Description
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The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
- 3: Inspect the engine for mechanical failure, or the binding of driven components including driveline related components.
Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics | |||
| 1 | Did you perform the Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - 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 Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate in Engine Mechanical - 5.7L |
| 4 | Test the battery positive cable between the underhood fuse block and starter motor 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 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | 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 8 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | 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 8 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Replace the Starter Motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 8 | - |
| 8 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |