Symptom Troubleshooting Index
| Symptom | Diagnostic procedure | Also check for |
|---|---|---|
| Engine does not start (does not crank) | Check for loose battery terminals or connections. Test the battery for a low charge (see BATTERY TEST ). Check the starter (see STARTER SYSTEM CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ). Check the starter cut relay (see POWER RELAY TEST ). Check the transmission range switch (A/T) (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ). Check the clutch interlock switch (M/T) (see CLUTCH INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST ). Check the ignition switch or wire (see TEST ). | Poor ground at G101 (A/T) or G502 (M/T) |
| Engine cranks, but does not start | Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ). Check the fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE TEST ). Check for a plugged or damaged fuel line (see FUEL LINE INSPECTION ). Check for a plugged fuel filter (see FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT ). Check the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY TEST ). Check for low engine compression (see ENGINE COMPRESSION INSPECTION ). Check for a damaged or broken cam chain. | Fuel level in tank |
| Engine is hard to start | Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ). Check the fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE TEST ). Check for a plugged or damaged fuel line (see FUEL LINE INSPECTION ). Check for a plugged fuel filter (see FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT ). | |
| Engine cranks slowly | Check for loose battery terminals or connections. Test the battery for a low charge (see BATTERY TEST ). Check the starter for binding (see STARTER SYSTEM CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ). Check for excessive drag in the engine. |
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
Scheme 2
Starter Brush Holder Test
- Check for continuity between the (+) brushes (A) and (-) brushes (B). If there is continuity, replace the brush holder assembly.
Planetary Gear Inspection
- Check the planetary gears (A) and internal ring gear (B) for wear or damage. Replace them if they are worn or damaged.
Scheme 3
- While holding the drive gear (A), turn the gear shaft (B) counterclockwise. Check that the drive gear comes out to the other end. If the drive gear does not move smoothly, replace the gear cover assembly.
- While holding the drive gear, turn the gear shaft clockwise. The gear shaft should rotate freely. If the gear shaft does not rotate smoothly, replace the gear cover assembly.
- If the starter drive gear is worn or damaged, replace the overrunning clutch assembly, the gear is not available separately. Check the condition of the torque converter ring gear to see if the starter drive gear teeth are damaged.
Scheme 4
- Install the brush into the brush holder, and set the armature (A) in the brush holder (B). NOTE: To seat the new brushes, slip a strip of #500 or #600 sandpaper, with the grit side up, between the commutator and each brush, and smoothly rotate the armature. The contact surface of the brushes will be sanded to the same contour as the commutator.
- While squeezing a spring (C), insert it in the hole on the brush holder, and push it until it bottoms. Repeat this for the other three springs (D, E, and F).
- Install the armature and brush holder assembly into the housing. NOTE: Make sure the armature stays in the holder.