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Test B: The Engine Does Not Crank And The Relay Does Not Click

PINPOINT TEST B: THE ENGINE DOES NOT CRANK AND THE RELAY DOES NOT CLICK


B1-B4:






B4-B6:






B7:






Possible Causes
- Battery
- An open in circuit CDC38 (WH/VT), CDC12 (YE) or CDC35 (BU/WH)
- Powertrain control module (PCM)
- Smart power distribution junction box (SPDJB)
- Ignition switch
- Starter motor relay