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Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The engine does not crank and the relay does click
  • Battery.
  • Fuse.
  • Starter motor/solenoid.
  • Ignition switch.
  • Circuit.
  • The engine does not crank and the relay does not click
  • Fuse.
  • Battery.
  • Starter relay.
  • Ignition switch.
  • Digital transmission range (TR) sensor.
  • Circuit.
  • The engine cranks slowly
  • Battery.
  • Starter motor/solenoid.
  • Circuit.
  • Unusual starter noise
  • Starter mounting.
  • Flexplate.
  • Starter motor.
  • The starter spins but the engine does not crank
  • Starter motor.
  • INSPECT the starter motor mounting and engagement. INSTALL a new starter motor. REFER to STARTER MOTOR .
 
  • Damaged flexplate teeth.
  • INSPECT the flexplate for damaged, missing or worn teeth. REPAIR as required.