Engine

Diagnostic information and procedures

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Starting system symptom diagnosis
Condition Possible cause Correction / reference item
Engine does not turn though the starter motor runs Faulty starter clutch. Replace.
Starter button is not effective Run down battery Repair or replace
Defective switch contacts Replace.
Brushes not seating properly on starter motor commutator Repair or replace.
Defective starter relay or starter interlock switch. Replace.
Defective main fuse Replace.

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