Check the following items are in the order listed until you find the open circuit. Check the BLK/WHT wire and connectors between the starter cut relay and the ignition switch and between the starter cut relay and the starter. Check the ignition switch (see page 22-83). With A/T, check the transmission range switch and connector. With M/T, check the clutch interlock switch and connector, refer to the '01 Civic Shop manual on this CD (see page 4-7). Check engine speed during cranking. Is the engine speed above 100 rmp? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Remove and disassemble the starter and check for the following until you find the cause. Excessively worn starter brushes Open circuit in commutator brushes Dirty or damaged helical splines or drive gear Faulty drive gear clutch Check the cranking voltage and current draw. Is cranking voltage no less than 8.0 volts and 200 amps? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Remove and disassemble the starter and check for the following until you find the cause. Open circuit in starter armature commutator segments Starter armature dragging Shorted armature winding Excessive drag in engine Remove the starter and inspect its drive gear and the flywheel or torque converter ring gear for damage. Replace any damaged parts.