Starting system diagnostics

Starting system diagnostics

What to look for for diagnostics starting system.

Open Ended

write down some problems that could cause starting system problems.

Multiple Choice

Over time in states like NY that get a lot of moisture.. what does it do to the wiring and connections in our cars?

• corrosion

• cuts wiring

• splits wiring

• preserves it

Multiple Choice

if your headlights go out or dim when cranking and car doesn't start. what would you suspect?

• bad solenoid

• bad/weak battery

• bad head lights

• bad neutral safety switch

Multiple Choice

You installed a brand new battery. Dash lights up. Car doesn't even turn over (thinking the battery was the issue) What would you do First?

• Check connections to starter solenoid/battery/starter

• check if the key is correct

• check relays and fuses

• check starter relay

Open Ended

Please write down how you would correct this situation you found on a car that came into the shop. Write down a few steps and why each step.