Toyota 4-Runner 1985 Repair Manual page 297

ST-2
STARTING SYSTEM - Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible cause Remedy Page
Engine will not crank
Battery charge low Check battery specific gravity CH-3
Charge or replace battery
Battery cables loose, corroded or worn Repair or replace cables
Neutral start switch faulty (AfT)
Replace switch
Fusible link blown Replace fusible link
Starter faulty Repair starter ST-3
Ignition switch faulty Replace ignition switch
Engine cranks slowly Battery charge low Check battery specific gravity CH-3
Charge or replace battery
Battery cables loose, corroded or worn Repair or replace cables
Starter faulty Repair starter ST-3
Starter keeps running Starter faulty Repair starter ST-3
Ignition switch faulty Replace ignition switch
Short in wiring Repair wiring
Starter spins - engine
Pinion gear teeth broken or faulty starter Repair starter ST-3
will not crank Flywheel teeth broken Replace flywheel