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B02 Starter motor not working

Fault diagnosisB02 Starter motor not working

When the key is turned to the On position the instruments light up, but the starter motor does not turn

Step	Test procedure	Result	Action
0	PRELIMINARY CHECKS Place the key in the ON position and check that the recharging warning light comes on (it should then go out when the engine is started up).	OK	Move onto step 1
0		The recharging warning light does not come on	Move onto step (see K40)
1	CHECK STARTER MOTOR CONNECTIONS Check the connections between the battery, alternator and starter motor (Wiring diagram E5010 IGNITION AND RECHARGING ).	OK	Move onto step 2
1		Connections not correct	Restore the connections End of diagnosis
2	CHECK STARTER MOTOR Check condition and correct operation of starter motor.	OK	Move onto step 3
2		Starter motor faulty.	Overhaul or replace the starter motor. End of diagnosis
3	CHECK CORRECT OPERATION Check that the fault is no longer present	OK	End of diagnosis
3		Fault persists	Incorrect selection of diagnostic procedure

Parts & tools for this job For 1997 Alfa Romeo 156

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