Inspection and verification
1. Check the validity of the customer's complaint by using the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
Visual inspection table
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Mechanical factors |
Electrical factors |
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- Starter |
– Fuse 10 (10A) – Fuse 8 (30A) - Battery – Starter relay - Wiring harness – Loosening or corrosion of connector(s) |
3. If an obvious cause for the problem you have identified or the customer has described is found, correct it (if possible) before proceeding with further actions.
4. If the cause is not visually obvious, check the malfunction symptom and refer to the Malfunction Symptom Table.
Table of signs of malfunction
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State |
Possible Causes |
Action |
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•The engine does not turn over, but the relay clicks |
•Battery •Starter •Relay •Electric circuit |
•Proceed to Pinpoint Test A. |
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•The engine does not turn over and the relay does not click |
•PATS •Battery •Fuse box •Relay •Electric circuit •Starter •Ignition switch |
•Proceed to Pinpoint Test B. |
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•The engine turns over slowly |
•Battery •Electric circuit •Starter |
•Proceed to Pinpoint Test C. |
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•Unusual noise from the starter |
•Starter •Flywheel ring gear |
•Check the flywheel ring gear. Refer to Section 303-00 for additional information. • Inspect the starter for correct alignment and for cracks in the housing. Make sure the mounting bolts are tightened correctly. Install a new starter if necessary. |
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•The starter turns, but the engine does not turn over. |
•Starter |
•Inspect the flywheel ring gear for missing teeth. Check that the starter is properly secured. If there is a problem, install a new starter. |
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