REMOTE START SYSTEM
Before attempting to diagnose a problem with the remote starting system, first be sure the starter motor and starter solenoid are working properly. The starter should operate with the use of the standard ignition key in the ignition switch. Any starter or solenoid problems must be repaired first.
Also be sure the engine will easily start and run with the use of the standard ignition key in the ignition switch. Any engine running, idling or driveability problems must be repaired first.
Also note that the remote start system will automatically be cancelled if any of the following occur
- IF THE ENGINE STALLS OR RPM EXCEEDS 2500
- NORMAL TIME OUT RUN MODE (15 MINUTES)
- CUSTOMER MOVES IGNITION INTO RUN/START
- ANY VEHICLE DOOR AJAR
- TRUNK/LIFTGATE AJAR
- HOOD AJAR
- START COUNTER REACHED
- LOW RPM SHUTDOWN
- KEY IN IGNITION
- BRAKE PRESSED
- THE HAZARD SWITCH IS PRESSED
- NOT IN PARK OR NEUTRAL
- VEHICLE SPEED HIGH
- VTA ALARM TRIGGERED
- PANIC MODE ACTIVATED
- BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH
- BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW
- LOSS OF BATTERY VOLTAGE
- MIL ON
- LOW OIL PRESSURE
- COOLANT TEMPERATURE HIGH
- CRANK NO START
- RKE OFF MESSAGE
- VEHICLE NOT CONFIGURED
- HOOD SWITCH NOT INSTALLED OR INOPERATIVE
- NO AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- INVALID KEY
- IGNITION SNA
- IGNITION NOT IN LOCK
- VEHICLE IN SHIPPING MODE
- VEHICLE NOT PROGRAMMED
STARTING SYSTEM
The battery, starting, and charging systems operate in conjunction with one another, and must be tested as a complete system. For correct starting/charging system operation, all of the components involved in these three systems must perform within specifications.
| CONDITION | POSSIBLE CAUSE | CORRECTION |
|---|---|---|
| STARTER FAILS TO OPERATE | 1. Battery discharged or inoperative | 1. Charge and test battery. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . Replace battery, if required. |
| 2. Starter motor or solenoid inoperative | 2. Test the starter motor and solenoid. Refer to STARTER, DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . Replace starter motor, if required. | |
| 3. Starter relay inoperative | 3. See appropriate Wiring Information. Test and replace the starter relay, if required | |
| 4. Clutch pedal position switch inoperative (if equipped with manual transmission) | 4. See appropriate Clutch Pedal Position Switch service information. Test and adjust or replace switch, if required. | |
| 5. Park/Neutral position switch inoperative (if equipped with automatic transmission) | 5. See appropriate Park/Neutral Position Switch service information. Test and adjust or replace switch, if required. | |
| 6. Ignition switch inoperative | 6. Test the Ignition Switch and Key Lock Cylinder. Replace ignition switch if required. | |
| 7. Starting circuit wiring inoperative | 7. See appropriate Wiring Information. Test and repair starter feed and/or control circuits, if required. | |
| STARTER ENGAGES, BUT FAILS TO TURN ENGINE | 1. Battery discharged or inoperative | 1. Charge and test battery. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . Replace battery if required. |
| 2. Starter motor or solenoid inoperative | 2. Test the starter motor and solenoid. Refer to STARTER, DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . Replace starter motor if required. | |
| 3. Starting circuit wiring inoperative | 3. See appropriate Wiring Information. Test and repair starter feed and/or control circuits, if required. | |
| 4. Engine seized | 4. See appropriate ENGINE service information. Test and repair engine as required. | |
| STARTER ENGAGES, BUT THEN DISENGAGES BEFORE ENGINE STARTS | 1. Starter motor or solenoid inoperative | 1. Test the starter motor and solenoid. Refer to STARTER, DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . Replace starter motor, if required. |
| 2. Starter ring gear damaged | 2. Remove starter motor and inspect starter ring gear. Refer to STARTER, REMOVAL . Replace starter ring gear, if required. | |
| STARTER DOES NOT DISENGAGE | 1. Starter motor incorrectly installed or solenoid inoperative | 1. Inspect and test the starter motor and solenoid. Refer to STARTER, DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . Replace starter motor, if required. |
| 2. Starter relay inoperative | 2. See appropriate Wiring Information. Test and replace the starter relay, if required. | |
| 3. Ignition switch inoperative | 3. Test the Ignition Switch and Key Lock Cylinder. Replace ignition switch, if required. |
STARTING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
STARTER MOTOR
| Engine Application | Power Rating | Cranking Amperage Draw Test |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0, 2.4L | 1.2 Kilowatt / 1.6 Horsepower | 150 - 280 Amperes |
| * Test at operating temperature. Cold engine, tight (new) engine, or heavy oil will increase starter amperage draw. | ||
| ** The starter is equipped with permanent magnets. Never strike the starter case to attempt to loosen a sticking/stuck armature as permanent magnets may crack or break. | ||
STARTER SOLENOID
Note. Certain vehicles with certain engines may require starter motor removal for the following test.
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- If necessary, remove starter motor from vehicle. Refer to «REMOVAL»(ref-612732-S20972635272014043000000) and «INSTALLATION»(ref-612732-S13358132482014043000000) .
- Disconnect solenoid connector wiring from starter motor.
- Check for continuity between solenoid terminal (2) and solenoid case (3). There should be continuity. If not OK, replace faulty starter motor assembly.
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- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- If equipped, remove the belly pan (2).
- Disconnect the electrical connector (1) and the B+ cable (2) from the starter (3).
- Remove the upper starter mounting bolt.
- Remove the lower starter mounting bolt (1) and remove the starter (2).
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- Remove air cleaner box and air tube.
- Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable
- Remove starter motor mounting bolt.
- Disconnect the electrical connector at throttle body.
- Remove throttle body bolts and remove throttle body.
- Push starter under intake manifold.
- Tip starter nose toward cooling module.
- Pull starter up and out.
- Disconnect starter motor wiring.
- Remove starter motor from vehicle.
2.2L DIESEL
- Install the lower starter mounting bolt (1) and remove the starter (2).
- Install the upper starter mounting bolt.
- Connect the electrical connector (1) and the B+ cable (2) from the starter (3).
- If equipped, install the belly pan (2).
- Connect the negative battery cable.
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- Connect starter motor wiring. Tighten battery cable nut to 10 N.m (90 in. lbs.).
- Install starter motor into vehicle lower engine compartment.
- Loose install starter into position.
- Install throttle body
- Install throttle body bracket.
- Install starter motor mounting bolts and tighten to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
- Connect throttle body electrical connector.
- Install air cleaner box and inlet tube.
- Connect battery negative cable.