Symptom Chart: Notes

TROUBLE SYMPTOMS REFERENCE

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
The engine does not crank and the relay does click	Battery. Fuse. Starter motor/solenoid. Ignition switch. Circuit.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
The engine does not crank and the relay does not click	Fuse. Battery. Starter relay. Ignition switch. Digital transmission range (TR) sensor. Circuit.	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
The engine cranks slowly	Battery. Starter motor/solenoid. Circuit.	GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
Unusual starter noise	Starter mounting. Flexplate. Starter motor.	GO to PINPOINT TEST D .
The starter spins but the engine does not crank	Starter motor.	INSPECT the starter motor mounting and engagement. INSTALL a new starter motor. REFER to STARTER MOTOR .
The starter spins but the engine does not crank	Damaged flexplate teeth.	INSPECT the flexplate for damaged, missing or worn teeth. REPAIR as required.