Trouble Shooting Hints: Notes

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram to verify wire color and connector terminal identification. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Note condition and operation of SECURITY indicator light (if equipped). If indicator stays on or flashes continuously, see appropriate ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. Check starter solenoid terminals and battery grounds. Check for correct starter usage. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment. Perform self-diagnostic system test, to be certain no trouble codes are stored in Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory which may lead to misdiagnosis. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE.

Fig 1: Measuring PG260 F2 Starter Length (3.8L VIN K)

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Fig 2: Measuring PG260 M Starter Length (3.8L VIN 1)

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