Troubleshooting Hints - Starting System

PERFORM BEFORE BEGINNING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
1. Visually inspect the hydrometer (built into Battery).
^ Green eye-Battery is charged.
^ Dark eye-Charge and load test Battery. If Battery passes load test, return to System Diagnosis.
^ Clear or light yellow eye-Battery electrolyte is low. Replace Battery.
2. Check that Starter Solenoid terminals S and B and Battery connections are clean and tight.
3. Check the condition of IGN-A MAXI FUSE 6. If fuse is open, LOCATE and REPAIR source of overload and REPLACE fuse.
4. Check that grounds G102 and G103 are clean and tight.
^ Check for a broken (or partially broken) wire inside of the insulation which could cause system malfunction but prove GOOD in a continuity/voltage check with a system disconnected. These circuits may be intermittent or resistive when loaded, and if possible, should be checked by monitoring for a voltage drop with the system operational (under load).
^ Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment which may affect the integrity of other systems (see Diagnostic Aids for General Troubleshooting Procedures). Diagnostic Aids