Starting System: Description and Operation

STARTING SYSTEM

Starter Motor
The starter motor:
- is a permanent-magnet, direct drive, 12V dc motor.
- has an integral starter solenoid.

Starter Relay
The starter relay:
- is a mini ISO relay that switches power to the starter solenoid to engage the starter motor.
- receives a START signal from the ignition switch.

Starter System Operation
When the ignition switch is turned to the START position, the starter relay switches power to the starter solenoid causing the starter motor to engage as long as:
- the digital transmission range (TR) sensor is in PARK or NEUTRAL.
- the anti-theft system is operational.