Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you review the starting system operation and perform the necessary inspections? | -- | Go to Symptoms | |
2 | Verify that the engine cranks/cranks slowly but does not start. Does the engine start? | -- | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | |
3 |
Is the voltage reading greater than the specified value? | 9.5 V | ||
4 | Measure the voltage between the B- terminal and the engine block while cranking the engine. Is the reading greater than the specified value? | 0.5 V | ||
5 | Load test the battery. Refer to Battery Electrical Drain/Parasitic Load Test . Is the battery OK? | -- | ||
6 | Replace the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Cable . Does the starter solenoid continue to click and the engine to crank slowly or not at all? | -- | ||
7 | Measure the voltage between the B+ terminal and the starter solenoid terminal B while cranking the engine. Is the reading greater than the specified value? | 0.5 V | ||
8 | Repair or replace the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement . Does the starter solenoid continue to click and the engine to crank slowly or not at all? | -- | ||
9 | Replace the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement . Does the starter solenoid continue to click and the engine to crank slowly or not at all? | -- | ||
10 | Replace the positive battery cable. Refer to Battery Cable . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | -- | System OK |