Trouble Shooting

NOTE: For information not covered in this article, see TROUBLE SHOOTING article in GENERAL INFORMATION.

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram to verify wire color and connector terminal identification. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Note condition and operation of SECURITY indicator light. If indicator stays on or flashes continuously, see appropriate ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. Check starter solenoid terminals and battery ground for clean tight connections. Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment that could affect system. Perform self-diagnostic system test to be certain no trouble codes are stored in PCM memory which may lead to misdiagnosis. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE.

Check ABS/PCM (10-amp) fuse and PCM/CRANK (10-amp) fuse in left instrument panel fuse block. See COMPONENT LOCATIONS . Check for correct starter usage. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Ensure battery is in good condition and is fully charged.

Fig 1: Measuring PG260 F1 Starter Length (3.4L VIN E)

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Fig 2: Measuring PG260 F2 Starter Length (3.8L VIN K)

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