Civic L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC MFI (2003)
Starter Motor: All Technical Service Bulletins
Starting System - Starter Grinds While Engine Cranks
06-025
May 18, 2006
Applies To:
2001-05 Civic 2-door - ALL except CVI
2001-05 Civic 4-door - ALL except Hybrid and GX
Starter Grinds While Cranking the Engine
SYMPTOM
The starter motor intermittently grinds while cranking the engine.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The female terminal at the starter solenoid may have spread apart, causing a loss of current to the solenoid.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the female terminal at the starter solenoid.
PARTS INFORMATION
Spade Receiver Terminal:
P/N 07JAZ-001420A, H/C 8362675
TOOL INFORMATION
Terminal Crimping Tool: T/N 07JAZ-001020A
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
7370C3
Flat Rate Time:
0.4 hour
Failed Part:
P/N 31200-PLM-A51
H/C 6452429
Defect Code:
06601
Symptom Code:
09004
Template ID:
06-025A
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
1.
If applicable, make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio system. Write down the customer's audio unit presets.
2.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable.
3.
Remove the resonator:
