Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

1. Verify the customer concern by operating the starting system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.

VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

Mechanical
^ Starter motor
^ Starter motor solenoid
^ Brackets

Electrical
^ Battery
^ Open fuse
^ Damaged wiring harness
^ Loose or corroded connections

3. If the concern is not visually evident, determine the symptom and proceed to the Symptom Chart. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures