Starter Ground Circuit Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Make all voltmeter connections at component terminal rather than at cable or wire end.
- Disconnect inertia fuel shutoff switch connector, located below glove box. Connect remote starter switch between starter solenoid terminals "S" and battery positive terminal. See Fig 1. Using a voltmeter, connect positive voltmeter lead to starter housing, and negative lead to negative battery post. Engage remote starter switch while observing voltmeter. If voltage is greater than .2 volt, leave test equipment attached and go to next step. If voltage is .2 volt or less exists, starter ground circuit is okay at this time.
- Clean negative cable connections at battery and engine. Engage remote starter switch while observing voltmeter. If voltage is greater than .2 volt, leave test equipment attached and go to next step. If voltage is less than .2 volt, starter ground circuit is okay at this time.
- Connect voltmeter between negative battery post and engine ground where negative battery cable connects. Engage remote starter switch while observing voltmeter. If voltage is greater than .2 volt, replace negative battery cable. If voltage is .2 volt or less, repair or replace starter as necessary.