GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

  1. Set the Gear Selector to the PARK position.
  2. Turn the Ignition Switch to the START position.
  3. Measure the voltage from the battery positive terminal to the starter solenoid terminal B.

Is the measured voltage less than the indicated value?

0.5 V

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 5

2

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
  2. Measure the voltage from the battery negative terminal to G113.

Is the measured voltage less than the indicated value?

0.5 V

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 6

3

Connect a remote starter switch between the starter solenoid terminal S and the battery positive terminal.

Does the starter crank?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 7

4

Repair the high resistance or the poor connection in starter circuit.

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

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5

Replace the battery positive cable. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement or Battery Cable Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

--

6

Replace the battery negative cable Refer to Battery Cable Replacement or Battery Cable Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

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7

Replace the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement or Starter Motor Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

System OK

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