## Starting System

#### Starter Circuit Troubleshooting (cont'd)

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6. Check the following items are in the order listed until you find the open circuit.

- Check the BLK/WHT wire and connectors between the starter cut relay and the ignition switch and between the starter cut relay and the starter.
- Check the ignition switch (see page 22-83).
- With A/T, check the transmission range switch and connector. With M/T, check the clutch interlock switch and connector, refer to the '01 Civic Shop manual on this CD (see page 4-7).

7. Check engine speed during cranking.

Is the engine speed above 100 rmp?

YES - Go to step 8.

NO - Remove and disassemble the starter and check for the following until you find the cause.

- Excessively worn starter brushes
- Open circuit in commutator brushes
- Dirty or damaged helical splines or drive gear
- Faulty drive gear clutch

8. Check the cranking voltage and current draw.

Is cranking voltage no less than 8.0 volts and 200 amps?

YES - Go to step 9.

NO - Remove and disassemble the starter and check for the following until you find the cause.

- Open circuit in starter armature commutator segments
- Starter armature dragging
- Shorted armature winding
- Excessive drag in engine

9. Remove the starter and inspect its drive gear and the flywheel or torque converter ring gear for damage. Replace any damaged parts.