Control Circuit Testing

The starter control circuit components should be tested in the order in which they are listed, as follows:

1. Starter Relay  - Refer to Starter Relay  The starter relay is located within the TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module). Refer to *INTERMITTENT NO CRANK CONDITION (ETC STARTER INHIBIT) .
2. Starter Solenoid  - Refer to Starter Motor  in DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
3. Ignition Switch  - Refer to CYLINDER - IGNITION KEY AND LOCK .
4. Clutch Pedal Position Switch  - If equipped with manual transmission, refer to appropriate transmission article. .
5. Park/Neutral Position Switch  - If equipped with automatic transmission, refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch  (Transmission Range Sensor) in appropriate Automatic Transmission SERVICE INFORMATION article.
6. Wire harnesses and connections  - Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article