Preliminary Information - Starting System

Perform the following checks before beginning diagnosis:

CAUTION:
^ Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
^ Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Cautions and Notices.

^ Battery - Load test the battery. Refer to Battery Load Test. Battery Load Test
^ Wiring - Inspect the wiring for damage. Inspect all connections to the starter motor, solenoid, battery, and all ground connections. Clean and tighten the connections as required.
^ Engine - Make sure the engine is not seized.

When the battery, the wiring and the engine are functioning properly, refer to one of the following:
^ Starter Solenoid Does Not Click Starter Solenoid Does Not Click
^ Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank
^ Engine Cranks/Cranks Slowly, but Does Not Start Engine Cranks/Cranks Slowly, But Does Not Start