Starting System Symptom Troubleshooting

Symptom | Diagnostic procedure | Also check for
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Engine does not start (does not crank) | 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. | Check for loose battery terminals or connections. Test the battery for a low charge. Check the starter. Check the starter cut relay. Check the ignition switch or wire. | Poor ground at G501
Engine cranks, but does not start | 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. | Check for PGM-FI DTCs. Check for a plugged or damaged fuel line. Check for a plugged fuel filter. Bleed the fuel system. Check for a low engine compression. Check for a damaged or broken cam chain. |
Hard starting | 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. | Check for PGM-FI DTCs. Check for a plugged or damaged fuel line. Check for a plugged fuel filter. Bleed the fuel system. Check for restricted warm up catalytic converter, catalytic converter, and exhaust system. |
Engine cranks slowly | 1. 2. 3. 4. | Check for loose battery terminals or connections. Test the battery for a low charge. Check for a drag in the starter. Check for an excessive drag in the engine. |