Starting System

Starter Circuit Troubleshooting (cont'd)

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  1. Check the operation sound of magnetic switch (SW).

Can the operation sound of magnetic SW be heard?

YES – Go to step 15.

NO – Go to step 13.

  1. Check for the following conditions:
  • Damaged or faulty magnetic SW.
  • Open circuit between magnetic SW and Key SW.

Was a problem found?

YES – Repair as necessary.

NO – Go to step 14.

  1. Connect the starter connector to B+ and B-.

Does the starter rotate?

YES – The magnetic SW is OK.

NO – Go to step 15.

  1. Inspect the brushes condition.

Was a problem found?

YES – Replace as necessary.

NO – Go to step 16.

  1. Inspect the yoke assembly and armature condition.

Was problem found in the yoke assembly or armature?

YES – Replace as necessary.

NO – Go to step 17.

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  1. Disconnect the battery B+ terminal.
  1. Disconnect the battery B- terminal.
  1. Check the starter relay circuit for a short.

Was a problem found?

YES – Repair as necessary.

NO – Substitute a known-good starter relay and recheck. If symptom/indication goes away, replace the original starter relay.