Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: STARTING AND CHARGING SCHEMATICS Connector End View Reference: MASTER ELECTRICAL COMPONENT LIST |
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| 1 | Did you perform the DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - VEHICLE ? | Go to Step 2 | Go to DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION |
| 2 | Turn the Ignition to the START position. Did the starter solenoid click? |
Go to Step 3 | Go to STARTER SOLENOID DOES NOT CLICK |
| 3 | Inspect the engine and belt drive system for mechanical binding, seized engine, or seized generator. Does the engine move freely? |
Go to Step 4 | ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK - CRANKSHAFT WILL NOT ROTATE |
| 4 | Test the battery positive cable between the battery and the starter solenoid for high resistance. Refer to CIRCUIT TESTING
and WIRING REPAIRS
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Test the ground circuit between the battery and the starter motor for a high resistance. Refer to CIRCUIT TESTING
and WIRING REPAIRS
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect for poor connections at the starter. Refer to TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS
and CONNECTOR REPAIRS
. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Replace the starter. Refer to STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT . Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 8 | - |
| 8 | Operate the system for which the symptom occurred. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |