303-06-204A Starting System
303-06-204A
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Starting System
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: When performing engine
compartment work near the starter, be
aware that the heavy gauge battery input
lead to the starter is electrically hot at all
times.
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Check for concerns with the following.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
• Starter motor
• Battery
• Fuse
• Wiring
• Connectors
3. If inspection reveals an obvious cause rectify
this before continuing. If the concern
remains, proceed to the symptom chart.
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
• The engine does not crank relay
clicks
• Battery
• Circuits
• Starter motor
• The engine cranks slowly
• Battery
• Circuits
• Starter motor
• Unusual starter noise
• Starter motor
• Ring gear
• Starter motor spins but engine
does not crank
• Solenoid
• GO to Pinpoint Test D
E1017 EN
07/2001 2002 Bantam