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Symptom Chart

SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The engine does not crank
  • Battery.
  • Bussed electrical center (BEC) fuse 4 (30A).
  • Smart junction box (SJB) fuse 21 (10A).
  • Starter motor.
  • Ignition switch.
  • Circuitry.
  • Starter motor relay.
  • Anti-theft system.
  • Digital transmission range (TR) sensor.
  • The engine cranks slowly
  • Battery.
  • Starter motor.
  • Circuitry.
  • CARRY OUT the Starter Motor Component Test.
  • Unusual starter noise
  • Starter motor mounting.
  • Starter motor.
  • Incorrect starter drive engagement.
  • The starter spins but the engine does not crank
  • Starter motor.
  • INSPECT the starter motor mounting and engagement. REPAIR as necessary.
  • Damaged flexplate/ring gear teeth.
  • INSPECT the flexplate/ring gear for damaged, missing or worn teeth. REPAIR as necessary.