Section 2 (Starter): Testing
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Manufacturer does not provide starter testing information or procedures. If starter malfunctions, check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) in Motor Electronics Sequential Fuel Injection (ME-SFI) system. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. If cause of starter malfunction is not engine performance related, replace starter.