Starter Does Not Crank Engine
- Ensure battery is fully charged. Make sure electrical and ground connections are clean and tight. With ignition switch in crank position, measure voltage at spade terminal of starter solenoid. If reading is at least 8 volts (9.5 on Fox), go to step 3).
- If not, measure voltage at ignition switch. If reading is at least 8 (9.5 on Fox) volts, check wiring between ignition switch and starter solenoid. If not, replace ignition switch.
- Measure voltage at field (starter) terminal of starter solenoid. If reading is at least 8 volts, repair or replace starter. If not, replace starter solenoid.
NOTE:
On vehicles with automatic transmissions, also check park/neutral switch.