Starting System Diagnosis

Starting System Diagnosis:

STARTING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, REFER TO AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELTS/AIRBAGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.

INSPECTION
Before removing any unit from the starting system for repair or diagnosis, perform the following inspections:

- Battery - Visually inspect the battery for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded cable connections. Determine the state-of-charge and cranking capacity of the battery. Charge or replace the battery, if required. Refer to Battery for more information.

- Ignition Switch - Visually inspect the ignition switch for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wiring connections.

- Clutch Pedal Position Switch - Visually inspect the clutch pedal position switch for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wiring connections.

- Starter Relay - Visually inspect the starter relay for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wiring connections.

- Starter - Visually inspect the starter for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wiring connections.

- Starter Solenoid - Visually inspect the starter solenoid for indications of physical damage and loose or corroded wiring connections.

- Wiring - Visually inspect the wiring for damage. Repair or replace the faulty wiring, as required.

DIAGNOSIS