Start HONDA CR-V 1999 RD1-RD3 / 1.G Workshop Manual

Towing
lf the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional
towing service. Never tow the vehicle behind another
vehjcle with just a rope or chain. lt is very dangerous.
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle.
Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads the vehicle on
the back of a truck. This is the best way of transporting the
vehicle.
Wheel Lift Equipment - The tow truck uses tlvo pivoting
arms that go under the tires lfront or rear) and lifts them
off the ground. The other two tires remain on the
ground. The vehicle's suspension and body can be
seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted.
Sling-type Equipment - The tow truck uses metal cables
with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of
the frame or suspension and the cables lift that end of
the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's suspension and
body can be seriously damaged if thjs method of towing
is attempted. This methed of towing the CR-V is
unaccePtable.
The onlv recommended way of towing the CR-V is on a
flat-bed truck. Two wheel drive CR-V's may also be
towed with all four wheels on the ground.
Towing the four-wheel dlive CR-v with only two
wheels on the ground will damage parts of the 4wD
system. It this vehicle is damaged, it should be towed
on a flat-bed truck ol trailel.
It the 2 wheel drive CR-v is towed wiih all tour wheels
on the ground, do the following:
Manual Transmission
. Release the parking brake.
. Shift the transmission in Neutral
Automatic Transmission
. Release the parking brake.
. Sta rt the engine.
. Shift to lD.l position. then E position.
. Turn off the engine.
lmproper towing preparation will damage the
transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. lf
you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine,
the vehicle must be transported on a flat-bed truck.
lf the vchicle is towed with four wheels on the ground,
il is best to tow the vehicle no larther than 50 miles (80
km), and keep the speed below 35 mph {55 km/h).
Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by ihe bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers ale not dosigned
to support the vehicle's weight.
Front:
Rear:
lOwlNG HOOKS .ndTIE DOWN BRACKETS
TIE DOWN BRACKET
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Standards andService Limits
Engine LubricationSection 8
CoolingSection 10
Fuel and EmissionsSection 11
MEASUREMENTSTANDARO {NEWISERVICE LIMIT
Engine oilCapacityf (US qt, lmp qt)4.6 (4.9, 4.0)Ior engine overhaul3.8 {4.0,3.3)for oilchange, including filter3.5 (3.7, 3.1) for oil change, without Iilter
OilpumpInner-to-outer rotor clearancePump housing-to-outer rotor clearancePump housing-to rotor axial clearance
0.04 - 0.16 (0.002 - 0.006)0.10 -0.19 (0.004 - 0.007)0.02 -0.07 (0.001 - 0.003i
0.20 (0.008)
0.20 (0.008)
0.15 (0.006)
Relief valvePressure setting at engine oil temp. 176'F (80'C)kPa (kgt/cm,, psi) At ldleAt 3,000 rpm70 (0.7, 10) min.340 {3.5,50) min.
MEASUREMENTSTANDARO INEW}
RadiatorCoolant capacity , (US q1, lmp qt)
llncluding engine, heater, ILcooling line and reservoirlReservoir capacity:0.61 (0.63 US qt,0.53lmp qt)
M/T
5.9 {6.2, 5.2}tor overhaul3.9 (4.1, 3.4ifor coolant change6.0 (6.3, 5.3ifor overhaul4.0 (4.2, 3.5) for coolant change
Radiator capOpening pressure kPa (kgf/cm?, psi)93 - 123 (0.95 - 1.25, 14 18)
ThermostatStarts to open 'F 1"C)Fully open 'F ("C)
Valve lift at tully open
169 - 176 (76 - 80)194 (90)
8.0 (0.31imin.
Cooling fanThermoswitch "ON" temperature "F {'C)Thermoswitch "OFF" temperature 'F ('C)196 - 203 (91 - 95)Subtract 5 - 14 (3 - 8) trom actual "ON" temperature
MEASUREMENTSTANDARD INEW}
Pressure regulatorPressure with regulator vacuum hose disconnectedkPa (kgflcm', psi) '97,'98 models'99, '00 rnodels260 - 31012.7 3.2,38- 46)270 -32012.8 3.3,40 - 471
FueltankCapacity / (US gal, lmp gal)58 (15.3, 12.8)
E ngineldle speed with headlights and cooling fan off rpm'97 model'98 model'99, '00 models
MTAT {E or E position)
750 r 50730 1 50
750 t 50750 r 507301 50
Fast idle rpm '97 model'98 model'99, '00 models1,5001 2001,600 r 200
1,5001 2001,5001 2001,600 r 200
ldle CO %0.1 max.
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Standards and Service Limits
Manual Transmission {cont'd} - Section 13
11: fuleasuring points A
A
'Ay"
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A'*2: Measuring points
MEASUREMENTSTANDARO INEW) SERVICE LIMIT
Raverse shift IorkPawl groove widthFork-to-reverse idler gear clearanceGroove width*l at AatBFork-to-5th/reverse shift shaft clearance*'
at B'
'13.0 - 13.3 (0.5'j - 0.52)0.5 - 1.1 (0.02 - 0.04)7.O5 - 7.25 i.0.21 4 - 0.24517.4 -7.7 t0.29 0.301
0.05 - 0.35 (0.002 - 0.014)0.4,0.8 (0.02 0.03)
18 (0.07)
0.5 {0.02)1.0 (0.04)
Shift arm AShift fork diameter at contact areaShift arm A-to-shitt tork shaft clearance12.9 - 13.0 (0.508 - 0.512)0.2 - 0.5 (0.008- 0.020)0.6 {0.024i
Shift arm CShift arm C'to-shift arm B clearanceDiameter of shift arm B contact area0.05 0.25 (0.002 0.01)r2.9 - 13.0 (0.508 - 0.512)
Select armSelect arm'to-shift arm A clearanceDiameter of shift arm A contact area0.05 - 0.25 (0.002 0.01)7.9 - 8.0 (0.311 - 0.31s)
Select levero.D.Transmission housing clearance15.94r - 15.968 (0.6276 - 0.6287)0.032 - 0.086 (0.0013 - 0.0034)
Shift levero.D.Sh ift arm cover clearancer5.941 - 15.968 (0.6276 - 0.6287)0.032 - 0.127 (0.0013 - 0.0050)
DifferentialcarnerPinion shaft contact area LD.Carrier-to-pinion shaft clearanceDriveshaft, intermediate shatt contact area LD,Carrier-to-driveshaft clearanceCarrierto-interrnediate shaft clearance
18.010 18.028 (0.7091 - 0.7098)0.027 - 0.057 (0.0011 - 0.0022)28.005 - 28.025 (1.1026, 1.1033)0.025 - 0.066 (0.0010,0.0026)
0.055 - 0.091 10.0022 - 0.0036)
0.1 (0.004)
0.12 {0.005i0.15 (0.006i
Differentialpinion gearBacklasht.D.Pinion gearto-pinion shaft clearance
0.05-0.r5 {0.002 - 0.006)18.042 - 18.066 (0.7103 - 0.7113)0.059 - 0.095 10.0023 - 0.0037)oru ro.ooor
Ditferential tapered roll€r besring preloacStaning torque N.m (kgf.cm, lbl.ini
1.4 2.5i'14 26,12 -231Adjust
TransterDiameter of roller bearing contact areaTransler shaft {driven gear side}Translor shaft {middle of shaft)Transter drive gearTranslor driven gear shaft {driven gear side)Transter driven gear shaft (splined side)Trans{er gear backlashTotalstarting torque N.m (kgicm, lbiin)
33.984 - 34.000 (1.337 - 1.339)21.977 - 27.99011.101 1.102140.002 - 40.01811.575 - 1.576)35.002 - 35.01811.378 - 1.379)26.975, 26.988 (1.062 1.063)0.06 - 0.16 {0.002 0.006)2.64 3.41\21.3,35.4,23.1 30.t|
33.93 (1.336)
27 .92 (1 .O99)39.95 (1.573)
34.95 (1.376)
26.92 (1.060)
AdjustAdjust
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Automatic Transmission - Section 14
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Unit of length: mm (in)
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MEASUREMENTSTANDARD (NEWISERVICE LIMIT
TransmissionMainshaft 2nd gear thrust washer thickness3.97 - 4.00 10.156 - 0.157)4.02 - 4.05 {0.158 - 0.159)4.07 - 4.1010.160 0.161)4.12 - 4.15 (0.162 - 0.163)4.17 4.20 (0.164 0.165)4.22 - 4.25 10.166 - 0.167 )4.27 - 4.30 (0.168 - 0.169)4.32 4.35 (0.170-0.171)
4.37 - 4.40 (0.172 0.173)4.42 - 4.45 (0.174 - 0. r75)
I
I
IWear or damage
Thrust washer thicknessl'rainshaft ball bearing left sideMainshaft 1st gear
Countershaft 3rd gear splined washerSub-shaft 4th gear thrust washer
2.95 3.05 (0.116 0.120)2.43 - 2.50 (0.096 - 0.098)4.9s - 5.00 (0.195 - 0.197)2.93 - 3.00 (0.115 - 0.1181
Wear or damage
tIWear or damage
One-way clutch contact area LD.Countershaft 1st gearParking gearMainshaft feed pipe A, O.D. (at 15 mm trom end)Mainshaft feed pipe B, O.D. (at 30 mm from end)Countershaft teed pipe O.D. lat 15 mm from end)Sub-shaft feed pipe O.D. (at 15 mm from end)Mainshatt sealing ring thickness(29 mm and 35 mm)Mainshaft bushing I.D.Mainshaft bushing l.D.Countershaft bushing l.D.Sub shatt bushing LD.Mainshaft sealing ring groove width
83.339 83.365 (3.2810 3.2821)66.685 - 66.698 (2.6254 - 2.6259)8.97 - 8.98 (0.353 - 0.354)5.97 5.98 {0.2350 - 0.2354)7.97 - 7.98 (0.3138 - 0.3142)7.97 ,7.98 (0.3138 - 0.3142)1.87 - 1.97 (0.074-0.078)
6.018 - 6.030 (0.2369 - 0.2374)9.000 - 9.015 (0.3543 - 0.3549)8.000 - 8.022 (0.3150-0.3158)
8.000 - 8.022 (0.3150 0.3158)2.025 - 2.075 (0.0797 0.0811)
Wear or damageWear or damage8.95 (0.352)
5.95 (0.234)
7.95 (0.313)
7.95 {0.313)1 .42 $.O72)
5.045 (0.2380)
9.03 (0.356)
8.03 (0.316)
8.03 (0.316)
2.095 (0.082)
ATF pumpATF pump gear side clearanceATF pump gear'to body clearance DriveDrivenATF pump driven gear LD.ATF pump driven gear shaft O.D.
0.03 - 0.05 (0.001 - 0.002)0.1050 0.1325 (0.004, 0.005)0.0350 - 0.0625 10.001 - 0.002)14.016* 14.034 (0.5518 0.5525)13.980 - 13.990 {0.5504 0.5508)
0.0710.003)
Wear or damageWear or damage
Regulatorvalve bodySealing ring contact area l.D,35.000 35.025 {1.3780 - 1.3782)35.050 (1.3799)
Stator shaftInside of diameter oI bearing contact areaOn torque convener sideOn ATF pump side2't .o00 27 .021 I '1 .063 , 1 .064)29.000 - 29.01311.r417 1.1422)Wear or damageWear or damage
Shifting device andparking brake con'trol
Reverse shitt fork finger thicknessParking brake pawl
Parking gear
5.90 - 6.00 {0.232,0.236)5.40 (0.213)
lWear or other defect
Servo bodyShift fork shatt bore l.D.Shift fork shatt valve bore l.D.14.000 - 14.010 (0.55'l2 - 0.5516)37.000 - 37.039 (1.4567 - 1.4582)37.045 (1.4585)
DifferentialcarrierPinion shaft contact area LD.Carrierto-pinion shaft clearanceDriveshafvintermediate shaft contact are l.D. 2WD4WDCarrier to driveshalt clearanceCarrier-to-intermediate shaft clearance
'18.010 - 18.028 10.709 - 0.710)0.023 - 0.057 {0.001 - 0.002}26.025 - 26.045 (1.0246 - 1.0254)28.025 - 28.045 (1.103 - 1.104)0.045 - 0.08610.002 0.003)0.075 - 0.111 10.003- 0.004)
0.r {0.004)
0.12 (0.005)
0.15 (0.006)
Differentialprnron gearBacklasht.D.Pinion gear'to-pinion shaft clearance
0.05 - 0.15 (0.002 - 0.006)18.062 - 18.066 (0.7103 - 0.7113)0.055 - 0.095 10.0022 - 0.0037)otu to.oout
Set ring-to-bearing outer race clearance0 0.15 (0 - 0.006)Adjust
TransferDiameter of roller bearing contact areaTransfer shaft (transfer gear side)Transfer shaft (middle of shaft)Transfer drive gearTransfer driven gear shaft {driven gear side)Transfer driven gear shaft {splined side)Transfer gear backlashTotalstarting torque N.m (kgf.cm, lbf.in)
38.485 38.500 (1.515 - 1.516)27 .917 - 21 .990 |.1.101 - 1.102)40.002 - 40.018 (1.575 - 1.576)35.002 35.018 (1.378 - 1.379)26.975 26.988 (1.062 -'l.063)
0.060 0.160 (0.002 - 0.006)2.64 - 3.41127.3 - 35.4,23.1 30.71
38.43 (1.513)
27.92 (1.099)
39.95 (1.573)
34.95 (1.376)
26.92 (1.060)
AdiustAdiust
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Design Specifications
ITEMMETRICENGLISHNOTES
DIMENSIONSOverall lengthOverallwidthOverall heightWheelbaseTrack FrontRearSeating capacity
4,510 mm1,750 mm1,608 mm2,622 mrn1,533 mm1,534 mm5lf
177.6 in68.9 in63.3 in103.2 in60.4 in60.4 in
WEIGHT (USA)Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)| 4,165 tbs
WEIGHT (CANADA)Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)1,900 kg
ENGINEType
Cylinder arrangementBore and strokeDisplacementCompression ratio '97,'98 mooers'99, '00 modelsValve train
Lubrication systemOil pump displacement at 6,000 engine rpmWater pump displacement at 7,600 engine rpmFuel required
Water-cooled, 4-stroke DOHCgasoline engineInline 4-cylinder, transverse84.0 x 89.0 mm.1,973 cm3 (m{)
9.2
3.31 x 3.50 in120 cu-in
9.6Belt driven, DOHC4 valves per cylinderForced and wet sump, trochoid pump501 (53 US qt,44 lmp qt)/minute1401 (148 US qt, 123 lmp qt)/minuteUNLEADED gasoljne with 86Pump Octane Number or Higher
STARTERTypeNormal output
NominalvohageHour ratingDirection of rotationWeight
Planetary gear reductionA/T: 1.1 kWM/T: 1.0 kW12V30 secondsClockwise as viewed from gear end3.7 kg 8.2 lbsApprox.
CLUTCHClutch type
Clutch lacing area
MIT
MIT
Single plate dry, diaphragm springTorque converter203 cm, 31.5 sq-in
TRANSMISSIONTransmission type
Primary redLrction
MITSynchronized s-speed torward, 1 reverseElectronically controlled4-speed automatic, 1 reverseDirect I : 1
TypeManualtransmission
Gear ratio 1st2nd3rd4th5thReverse
3.5001.9561.3441.0710.8123.000*,. 3.461*'
*1: '97 - 99 models*2: '00 model
Final reduction Gear typeGear rataoSingle helical gear4.562
Transfer0.434
Rear differential2.533
TypeAutomatic transmission
Gear ratio 1st2nd3rd4thReverse
2.722
1.0790.7111.955
Final reduction Gear typeGear ratioSingle helical gear4.357
Transfer0.393
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METRICITEMENGLISHNOTES
AIR CONDITIONINGCooling capacity3,520 Kcal/h j 14,000 BTU/h
Compressor Type/manutacturerNo. of cylinderCaPacityMax. speedLubricant capacityLubricant type
Scroll/KElHlN
85.7 mf/rev | 5.23 cu'in/rev10,000 rpm130mf 1 algIlozsP-10
Condenser TypeCorrugated fin
Evaporator TypeCorrugated fin
Blower TypeMotor inputSpeed controlMax. capacity
Sirocco fan200 w 112 v4-Speeo440 m3/h 15,500 cu fvh
Temperature control
Compressor clutch TypePower consumptionDry, single plate, poly-V-belt drive40 W max./12 VAt 68'F (20 C)
Befrigerant TypeOuantity
HFC-134a 1R-134a)zoo o' g 24j an oz
STEERING SYSTEMTypeOverall ratioTurns, lock to lockSteering wheel diameter
Power assisted, rack and pinion
SUSPENSIONType Front
Bear
Shock absorber Front and Rear
Independent double wishbone, coil springwith stabilizerIndependent double wishbone, coil springwith stabilizerTelescopic, hydraulic nitrogen gas tilled
WHEEL ALIGNMENTCamber
CasterTotaltoe
FronthearFrontFrontRear0inln 1/16 in0mmln2mm
0'- r"00'2.10'
BRAKE SYSTEMTvpe
Pad surface areaLining surface areaParking brake
Front
RearFrontRearTvpe
Power-assisted selt-ad,ustingventilated discPower assisted self-adiusting drum49 cm, x 2 7.6 sq-in x 273 cm, x2 11.3 sq-in x 2Mechanical actuating, rear two wheel brakes
Drum brake
TIRESize and pressureSee tire inlormation label.
ELECTRICALBafteryStarterAlternator
In under-dash fuse/relay boxIn under hood fuse/relay box
In underhood ABS fuse/relay boxHeadlightsFront turn signal lights
Front parking lightsFront side marker lightsRear side marker lightsRear turn signal lightsErake/parking lightsBack-up lightsCeiling lights {fronvrear)License plate lightSpotlightsHigh mount brake lightlgnition key lightAshtray lightGauge lightsIndicator lightslllLrmination and pilot IightsHeater illumination lights
12 V, 36 AH/s HR12V 1.0, 1.1 kW12V 100A
7.5 A, 10 A, 15 A, 20 A7.5 A, 10 A, 15 A, 20 A, 30 A, 40 A'100 A7.5 4,20 A. 40 A12V 60/55 W12 V- 21 W ('97 model),12 V - 27 W ('98-00 models)12V 5 W {'97 model),3 CP ('98 - 00 models)12V-8W12 V,3 CP12V-21W12 V 2115 W12V 21 CP (18 W)12V-8W12V-8W12V-5W12V -21W
12 V- 1.4 W12V 1.4 W12 V 1.4 W,3 W,3.4 W12V-0.84W, 1.12 W, 1.4 W,3 W, LED12 V - 0.84 W, 1.4 W, LED12 V,1.4 W
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Engine Electrical
Speciaf Tools ............. 4-2
Starting System
Component Location Index ............ 4-3
Circuit Diagram ................................ 4-4
Starter Test ........... 4-5
Starter Solenoid Test ...................... 4'5
Starter Replacement ....................... 4-7
Field Winding Test ........................... 4-7
Starter Overhaul ............................,. 4-8
Brush Inspection ...........................,., 4-9
Overrunning Glutch Inspection ...... 4-9
Armature lnspection and Test ........4-10
Brush Holder Test ............................ 4-12
Starter Reassemb|y ......................... 4-1 2
Perf ormance Test ............................. 4- 1 3
lgnition System
Component Location Index ............ 4-14
Circuit Diagram ................................ 4-15
lgnition Timing Inspection and
Setting .......................................... 4-16
Distributor Replacement ........,........ 4-17
Distributor Overhaul .............,,......... 4-18
lgnition Control Module (lCM) Input
Test ..............................,................ 4-19
fgnition Coil Test .............................. 4-2O
lgnition Wire Inspection and
Test ............................................... 4-20
Spark Plug Inspection ..................... 4-21
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ENGINE
Charging System
Component Location Index ............ 4-22
Circuit Diagram ....................,........... 4-23
Troubleshooting .............................. 4-24
Alternator Replacement ..........,....... 4-30
Alternator Overhaul .......,,................ 4-31
Rectifier Test .........4-32
Alternator Brush Inspection ........... 4-32
Rotor Slip Ring Test ........................ 4-33
Stator Test ............. 4-33
Alternator Belt Inspection and
Adiustment ........4-34
Gruise Control
Component Location Index .,,,........ 4-36
Circuit Diagram ................................ 4-37
Control Unit Input Test ................... 4-38
Main Switch Test/Replacement ..... 4-40
Set/Resume Switch Test/
Replacement .......................,........ 4'40
Actuator Test ....,,., 4-41
Actuator Replacement ...............,.... 4-42
Actuator Cable Adiustment ............ 4-43
Clutch Switch Test .......................... 4-43
Brake Switch Test .................. .......... 4-44
Actuator Solenoid Test .............. ...,. 4-44
Actuator Disassembly ..................... 4-45
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Starting System
Component Location Index
BATTERYTest, section 23
CLUTCH INTERLOCKswtTcH {M/T)Test, page 4-43Switch position adiustment,section 12
IA/T GEAR POSITION SWITCH {A/T}Test, section 14Reolacement. section 14
Test, page 4 5Solenoid Test, page 4-6Replacement, page 4-7Overhaul, page 4 8Reassembly, page 4-12Performance Test, Page 4-13
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Starting System
Circuit Diagram
IGN TIONSWITCH
/ BAI \-+o cf-.|
\i7 IBLKMHT
II
I
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tlELKMHT BLK'WHT
STARTEFCUl RELAY
I A/T GEAR PosrroN!i swrTcH (A/T) |l/oN EorN |l p.siton / :!-- -_ --___J
f';--"-lI TNTERLooK I
fYl""yl, I
GRY
IGRN
8LK
Gl0l
UNDER.HOOD FUSE/RELAY 8OX
N0.41 (100A) N0.42 (40A)
-.1
BLKRED
I
IGNITION CONTROLMOoULE ( CM)
STARTEB(Field wnd ng lype)
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Starting System
Starter Test
NOTE: The air temperature must be between 59 and'100'F (15 and 38"C) before testing.
Recommended Procedure:
. Use a staner system tester.
. Connect and operate the equipment in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
. Test and troubleshoot as described.
Alte.nate Procedure:
. Use the following equipment:- Ammeter, 0 - 400 A- Voltmeter, 0 - 20 V (accurate within 0.1 volt)
Tachometer,0 - 1,200 rpm
. Hook up a voltmeter and ammeter as shown.
NOTE: After this test, or any subsequent repair. reset
the ECM/PCM to clear any codes (see section 1 1).
Check the Starter Engagement:
'1. Remove the No. 44 (15 A) fuse from the under-hood
fuse/relay box.
2. Turn the ignition switch to START (lll) with the shift
lever in E or E position (A/T) or with the clutch
pedal depressed {M/T). The starter should crank the
eng ine.
. lf the starter does not crank the engine, go to
step 3.
. lf it cranks the engine erratically or too slowly, go
to "Check for Wear and Damage" on the next
page.
NEGATIVE TERMINAL
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Check the battery, battery positive cable, ground.
staner cut relay, and the wire connections for loose-
ness and corrosion. Test again.
lf the staner still does not crank the engine, go to
step 4.
Unplug the connector (BLK /VHT wire and solenoid
terminal) from the starter.
Connect a jumper wire from the baftery positive (+)
terminal to the solenoid terminal.
The starter should crank the engine.
. lf the starter still does not crank the engine,
remove it, and diagnose its internal problem.
. lf the starter cranks the engine, go to step 6.
Check the ignition switch (see section 23).
Check the starter cut relay {see section 23}.
Check the IVT gear position switch (A/T) or the clutch
interlock switch (M[).
Check for an open in the wire between the ignition
switch and starter.
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