Circuit/System Testing
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- Verify that the battery is sufficiently charged and that the battery cables are clean and tight. Refer to Charging System Test .
- If the battery is not sufficiently charged, refer to Battery Charging .
- If the battery cables are not clean and tight, refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .
- Using a DMM, measure voltage between the positive battery terminal and X1 terminal B at the solenoid as the ignition switch is turned to the START position. Voltage should be less than 0.5 volt.
- If greater than the specified value, replace the starter solenoid cable.
- Using a DMM, measure voltage between the negative battery terminal and the starter motor case as the ignition switch is turned to the START position. Voltage should be less than 0.5 volt.
- If greater than the specified value, replace the negative battery cable.
- Remove the drive belt(s). Refer to one of the following:
- Drive Belt Replacement for the 4.3L (LU3) engine
- Drive Belt Replacement for the 6.6L Diesel (LMM) engine
- Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory for all other engines (w/o LU3 or LMM)
- Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement (V8) for all other engines (w/o LU3 or LMM)
- Attempt to start the engine, with the drive belt(s) removed.
- If the engine cranks, inspect the engine accessories and belt drive system for mechanical binding.
- Attempt to rotate the crankshaft using a breaker bar, or other suitable tool. Verify that the engine is not seized.
- If the engine is seized, refer to one of the following:
- Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate for the 4.3L (LU3) engine
- Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate for the 6.6L Diesel (LMM) engine
- Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate for all other engines (w/o LU3 or LMM)
- If the engine is seized, refer to one of the following:
- If all circuits test normal, replace the starter motor, or the starter solenoid (LMM 6.6L Diesel).