Diagnosis Procedure

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CHECK STARTER MOTOR MAGNETIC SWITCH CIRCUIT

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect starter motor connector F28.
Shift transmission into P (Park) or N (Neutral).

Check voltage between starter motor connector F28 and ground with the ignition in START.

(+)

(-)

Condition

Voltage

(Approx.)

Connector

Terminal

F28

Ground

Ignition switch in START position

Battery voltage

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

Magnetic switch circuit is OK. Further inspection is necessary. Refer to Work Flow (With DSS-5000P NI) or Work Flow (Without DSS-5000P NI) .

GO TO 2

CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the IPDM E/R connector F49 and starter motor connector F28 for damage, bent pins and loose connections.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

GO TO 3 .

NO

Repair the terminal and connector.

CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY (OPEN CIRCUIT)

Disconnect IPDM E/R connector F49.

Check continuity between starter motor connector F28 and IPDM E/R connector F49.

Connector	Terminal	Connector	Terminal	Continuity
F28	S	F49	51	Yes

Check continuity between starter motor connector F28 and ground.

Connector	Terminal	-	Continuity
F28	S	Ground	No

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

Further inspection is necessary. Refer to Work Flow (With DSS-5000P NI) or Work Flow (Without DSS-5000P NI) .

Repair the harness.