- Symptoms - Starting and Charging

IMPORTANT: Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to the following:
- Battery Description and Operation
- Starting System Description and Operation
- Charging System Description and Operation

Visual/Physical Inspection
- Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the starting, charging or ignition systems. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Diagnostic Aids.
- Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
- Inspect the battery for correct installation and physical damage.
- Test the condition of the battery. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test. Battery Inspection/Test
- Inspect the wiring for damage. Inspect the connections to the starter motor, the starter solenoid, the ignition switch, the battery and all related ground points.
- When the charging system is operating normally, the charge indicator lamp will come on when the ignition switch is turned on and will go out when the engine starts.
- Inspect the generator for loose or improper mounting and the generator drive belt for correct installation.
- Inspect the generator drive belt for correct installation. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine.

Intermittent
Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Diagnostic Aids for Circuit Testing and Wiring Repair procedures.

Symptom List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:
- Battery Inspection/Test
- Battery Charging
- Battery Electrical Drain/Parasitic Load Test
- Battery Common Causes of Failure
- Jump Starting in Case of Emergency
- Charging System Test
- Charge Indicator Always On
- Charge Indicator Inoperative
- Generator Noise Diagnosis
- Starter Solenoid Does Not Click
- Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank
- Engine Cranks Slowly
- Starter Motor Noise Diagnosis