Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

WARNING:
^ WHEN PERFORMING UNDERHOOD WORK IN THE VICINITY OF THE STARTER MOTOR, BE AWARE THAT THE HEAVY GAUGE BATTERY INPUT LEAD AT THE STARTER SOLENOID IS "ELECTRICALLY HOT" AT ALL TIMES. A PROTECTIVE CAP OR BOOT IS PROVIDED OVER THE TERMINAL OF THIS LEAD AND MUST BE REPLACED AFTER SERVICING. BE SURE TO DISCONNECT BATTERY GROUND CABLE.
^ WHEN WORKING IN AREA OF THE STARTER MOTOR, BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCHING HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS.

NOTE: When working on the starter system, make sure the anti-theft system is deactivated if equipped.

1. Verify the customer concern by operating the starting system to duplicate the condition.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. Refer to the chart:







VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

3. If the concern, remains after the inspection determine the symptom and go to the Symptom Chart. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures