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Starting System

1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. Refer to the visual inspection chart:

VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

Mechanical
- Starter motor
- Starter solenoid
- Mounting bolts

Electrical
- Battery
- Damaged wiring harness
- Loose or corroded connections

3. If the fault is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart. [1][2]Diagnosis By Symptom