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Symptom Chart

SYMPTOM CHART

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