Starter Test

NOTE: The air temperature must be between 15 and 38°C (59 and 100°F) before testing.

Recommended Procedure:

Alternate Procedure:

- Voltmeter, 0- 20 V (accurate within 0.1 volt) - Tachometer, 0 - 1200 rpm (min-')

NOTE: After this test, or any subsequent repair, reset the ECM to clear any codes (see section 11).

Check Starter Engagement:

1. Disconnect the 2-P connector (ignition coil primary lead) from the distributor.

2. Turn the ignition switch to "III"(ST), the starter should crank the engine. If the starter does not crank the engine, go to step 3.

3. Check the battery, battery positive cable, ground, and the wire connections for looseness and corrosion. Test again. If the starter still does not crank the engine, go to step 4.

4. Bypass the ignition switch circuit as follows (make sure the transmission is in neutral): Unplug the connector (BLK/WHT wire and solenoid terminal) from the starter. Then connect a jumper wire from the battery positive (+) terminal to the solenoid terminal. The starter should crank the engine.