Inspection and Verification
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- Verify the customer concern by operating the starting system.
- Before diagnosing or repairing the starting system inspect the following items:
- Check the battery for loose, damaged or corroded connections.
- Check the generator for loose, damaged or corroded connections.
- Check engine and battery grounds for loose, damaged or corroded connections.
- Check high current BJB for loose or corroded connections.
- Verify fuses or fusible links.
- Inspect wiring, terminals and connectors.
- Check the battery condition and state of charge. REFER to: Battery - 3.5L Duratec (202kW/275PS)/3.5L EcoBoost (235kW/320PS) .
- Perform a battery drain test. REFER to: Battery Drain Check .
- Remove the accessory drive belt. REFER to: Accessory Drive Belt
. Verify the crankshaft and each of the components driven by the accessory drive belt rotate and are not seized or damaged.
- If any aftermarket accessories have been added to the vehicle, make sure they are properly wired.
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding.