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Symptom Chart

SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The engine does not crank/the relay does/does not click
  • Battery
  • Starter motor
  • Starter motor relay
  • Start diode
  • Ignition switch
  • Fuse
  • Anti-theft system
  • Circuitry
  • PCM
  • One-Touch Integrated Start (OTIS) does not operate correctly
  • Circuitry
  • PCM
  • The engine cranks slowly
  • Battery
  • Starter motor
  • Circuitry
  • Unusual starter noise
  • Starter mounting
  • Flywheel/ring gear
  • Starter motor
  • The starter spins but the engine does not crank
  • Starter motor
  • INSPECT the starter motor mounting and engagement. INSTALL a new starter motor.
  • Damaged flywheel/ring gear teeth
  • INSPECT the flywheel/ring gear for damaged, missing or worn teeth. REPAIR as required.