Starting System: Description and Operation

INTRODUCTION

Starting Components/Wiring:

The starting system has:
^ Ignition switch
^ Starter relay
^ Clutch pedal mounted starter interlock switch with manual transmissions
^ Wiring harness
^ Battery
^ Starter motor with an integral solenoid

These components form two separate circuits. A high amperage circuit that feeds the starter motor up to 300+ amps, and a control circuit that operates on less than 20 amps.