Ford 2002 Bantam Workshop Manual page 840

303-06-204A
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Starting System
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: When performing engine
compartment work near the starter, be
aware that the heavy gauge battery input
lead to the starter is electrically hot at all
times.
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Check for concerns with the following.
Symptom Chart
Condition
• The engine does not crank relay
clicks
• The engine cranks slowly
• Unusual starter noise
• Starter motor spins but engine
does not crank
E1017 EN
Starting System
Visual Inspection Chart
• Starter motor
• Battery
3. If inspection reveals an obvious cause rectify
Possible Sources
• Battery
• Circuits
• Starter motor
• Battery
• Circuits
• Starter motor
• Starter motor
• Ring gear
• Solenoid
Mechanical
• Fuse
• Wiring
• Connectors
this before continuing. If the concern
remains, proceed to the symptom chart.
• GO to Pinpoint Test A
• GO to Pinpoint Test B
• GO to Pinpoint Test C
• GO to Pinpoint Test D
303-06-204A
Electrical
Action
07/2001 2002 Bantam