Inspection and Verification
| WARNING | Always disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery before disconnecting the starter motor battery terminal lead. If a tool is shorted at the starter motor battery terminal, the tool can quickly heat enough to cause a skin burn. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury. |
Note. The anti-theft system must be functioning correctly before a logical starting system diagnosis can be carried out. Address anti-theft system concerns before continuing. Refer to ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) .
- Verify the customer concern by operating the starting system.
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to «ACCESSORY DRIVE»(ref-574129) . Verify the crankshaft and each of the components driven by the accessory drive belt rotate and are not seized or damaged.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. Refer to the following chart: VISUAL INSPECTION CHART Mechanical Electrical Starter motor Starter bolts Brackets and shields (If applicable) Battery Battery cables Battery Junction Box (BJB) fuse 19 (30A) Smart Junction Box (SJB) fuse 27 (20A) Anti-theft system Damaged wiring harness Loose or corroded connections Starter relay
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- NOTE: Make sure to use the latest scan tool software release. If the cause is not visually evident, connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector (DLC).
- NOTE: The Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) LED prove out confirms power and ground from the DLC are provided to the VCM. If the scan tool does not communicate with the VCM: check the VCM connection to the vehicle. check the scan tool connection to the VCM. refer to «MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK»(ref-574111) , No Power To The Scan Tool, to diagnose no power to the scan tool.
- If the scan tool does not communicate with the vehicle: verify the ignition key is in the ON position. verify the scan tool operation with a known good vehicle. refer to «MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK»(ref-574111) to diagnose no response from the PCM.
- Carry out the network test. If the scan tool responds with no communication for one or more modules, refer to «MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK»(ref-574111) . If the network test passes, retrieve and record Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs).
- Clear the continuous DTCs and carry out the self-test diagnostics for the PCM.
- If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to «PCM DTC Chart»(ref-574163-S15646029852013082300000) . For all other DTCs, refer to «MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES»(ref-574135) .
- If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to «SYMPTOM CHART»(ref-574163-S04312288812013082300000) .
DTC Chart
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| P0512 | Starter Request Circuit | GO to PINPOINT TEST A . |
| P0705 | Transmission Range (TR) Sensor A Circuit (PRNDL Input) | Refer to the appropriate Automatic Transaxle/Transmission article for the procedure. |
| P0708 | TR Sensor A Circuit High | Refer to the appropriate Automatic Transaxle/Transmission article for the procedure. |
| P0830 | Clutch Pedal Switch A Circuit | GO to PINPOINT TEST A . |
| P1260 | Theft Detected, Vehicle Immobilized | REFER to the DTC Chart in ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) . All other PCM DTCs, REFER to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS . |
| P1702 | TR Sensor Circuit Intermittent | Refer to the appropriate Automatic Transaxle/Transmission article for the procedure. |
| P1704 | TR circuit is not indicating PARK/NEUTRAL during self-test | Refer to the appropriate Automatic Transaxle/Transmission article for the procedure. |
| P1705 | TR circuit is not indicating PARK/NEUTRAL during self-test | Refer to the appropriate Automatic Transaxle/Transmission article for the procedure. |
| P1921 | TR Signal | Refer to the appropriate Automatic Transaxle/Transmission article for the procedure. |
PCM DTC CHART
Symptom Chart
| Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
|---|---|---|
| The engine does not crank | Anti-theft system Battery Battery cables Fuse Starter relay Starter motor Ignition switch PCM Wiring, terminal or connectors Digital Transmission Range (TR) sensor (automatic transmission only) Clutch Pedal Position (CPP) switch (manual transmission only) | GO to PINPOINT TEST A . |
| Unusual starter noise | Starter motor mounting Starter motor Incorrect starter drive engagement Damaged flexplate or flywheel ring gear teeth | GO to PINPOINT TEST B . |
| The engine cranks slowly | Battery Starter motor | CARRY OUT the STARTER MOTOR . |
| The starter spins but the engine does not crank | Starter motor | INSPECT the starter motor mounting and engagement. REFER to STARTER MOTOR DRIVE GEAR AND FLYWHEEL RING GEAR INSPECTION . |
| Damaged flywheel or flexplate ring gear teeth | INSPECT the flywheel or flexplate for damaged, missing or worn teeth. REPAIR as necessary. |
SYMPTOM CHART
Pinpoint Test A: The Engine Does Not Crank
Refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS , Starting System for additional information.
Note. Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
Pinpoint Test B: Unusual Starter Noise
Refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS , Starting System for additional information.
Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection
- Remove the starter motor. Refer to «STARTER MOTOR - 3.7L»(ref-574163-S16055914442013082300000) , or «STARTER MOTOR - 5.0L (4V)»(ref-574163-S30350586992013082300000) , or «STARTER MOTOR - 5.8L (4V)»(ref-574163-S41569967852013082300000) .
- Check the wear patterns on the starter drive gear and the flywheel/flexplate ring gear. If the wear pattern is normal, install the starter motor. Refer to «STARTER MOTOR - 3.7L»(ref-574163-S16055914442013082300000) , or «STARTER MOTOR - 5.0L (4V)»(ref-574163-S30350586992013082300000) , or Starter Motor - 5.8L (4V). Visual check.
- If the starter drive gear and the flexplate ring gear are not fully meshing and both of the gears are scored or damaged, install a new starter motor. Refer to «STARTER MOTOR - 3.7L»(ref-574163-S16055914442013082300000) , or «STARTER MOTOR - 5.0L (4V)»(ref-574163-S30350586992013082300000) , or «STARTER MOTOR - 5.8L (4V)»(ref-574163-S41569967852013082300000) . If necessary, install a new flywheel/flexplate. Refer to «ENGINE - 3.7L»(ref-574170) , or «ENGINE - 5.0L (4V)»(ref-574173) , or «ENGINE - 5.8L (4V)»(ref-574174) .
Scheme 19
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11N087 | Starter solenoid terminal cover |
| 2 | W705790 | Starter solenoid S-terminal nut |
| 3 | 14463 | Starter solenoid S-terminal eyelet |
| 4 | N805403 | Starter solenoid B+ terminal nut |
| 5 | 14463 | Starter solenoid B+ terminal eyelet |
| 6 | W714290 | Starter motor stud bolt (2 required) |
| 7 | 11000 | Starter motor |