Starter motor not working
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Grande Punto Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2012
- Section
- Starting › Starter motor not working
STARTER MOTOR NOT WORKING
When the key is turned to the ON position, the instruments light up; in the Starting position, the starter motor does not turn.
| Results of the tests | ||||
| 1 | STARTER MOTOR CONNECTIONS CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Check the connections between the battery, alternator and starter motor see wiring diagram | Move on to Step 2 | Connections not correct. | Restore the correct connections. | |
| 2 | STARTER MOTOR RELAY FEED CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
- Check the connection between the switch and relay Using a Tester, check whether the lack of continuity is between the switch and the engine compartment junction unit or between the engine compartment junction unit and the motor relay see wiring diagram | Move on to Step 3 | 1. Junction unit continuity failure 2. Lack of continuity in one cable | 1.Replace the control unit Op. 5505A13 ADDITIONAL JUNCTION UNIT IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT - R.R. 2. Replace the lead involved | |
| 3 | SWITCH CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the operation and the condition of the switch. Operate the switch | Move on to Step 4 | Ignition switch faulty. | Replace the switch Op. 5520A18 IGNITION SWITCH CONTACT CARRIER LOCK BARREL - R.R. | |
| 4 | STARTER MOTOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check the condition of the ignition switch and that it is working properly | End of diagnosis | Fault in starter motor. | Replace the starter motor | |
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