2. Set the shift lever to the position «N» or «R» (for automatic transmission) or press the clutch pedal (for manual transmission), then turn the ignition key to the START position. If the starter starts to turn the engine crankshaft, the starting system is working. If there is no turning at all, you need to go to the next step.
If the starter drive gear does not disengage from the flywheel ring gear when the ignition key is released, perform the following checks to determine the cause of the problem:
Malfunction of the armature of the electromagnet and the switch.
Dirty drive gear or freewheel damaged.
3. Check the condition of the battery. Check the battery electrical connections, contact of the negative battery cable with «weight» body, engine connection wires with «weight» body and starter for loosening and corrosion. Try to start the engine again. If the starter cranks the engine normally, the problem is solved by tightening the loose connections. Now the starting system is working. If it still does not rotate, continue to the next step.
4. Disconnect the connector from the output «S» magnetic switch. Jumper the leads «IN» and «S» magnetic switch. If the starter cranks the engine, go to the next step. If cranking still does not occur, remove the starter and replace or repair it.
5. To detect an open circuit, perform the following tests in the order listed.
Check the wiring and connectors between the fuse and relay box located under the dashboard on the driver's side and the ignition switch, and between this box and the starter.
Check the ignition switch.
Check the transmission range switch connector or ignition interlock switch connector.
Check the starter relay.