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System Tests: Notes

WARNING: Vehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting any repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.
NOTE: Before testing system, ensure battery is fully charged, battery cables and terminal ends are clean and tight, and engine ground connections are good.
SYMPTOM INDEX

Symptom Perform Test
Starter Solenoid Does Not Click A 
Starter Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank B 
Engine Cranks Slowly C