Pinpoint Test C : Unusual Starter Noise
- C1 CHECK THE STARTER MOUNTING
- Inspect the starter mounting bolts for looseness.
Is the starter motor mounted correctly?
Yes GO to C2. No INSTALL the starter motor correctly. Refer to Starter Motor - 2.0L GTDI or Refer to Starter Motor - 3.5L Ti-VCT . - C2 CHECK FOR STARTER NOISE
- Ignition OFF.
- Connect a remote starter switch between the starter solenoid C197A-1 (B terminal) and C197B-1 (S terminal).
- Engage the starter and verify the noise is due to starter operation.
Is the noise due to the starter engagement?
Yes Refer to Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection . No REFER to Engine System - General Information , Symptom Chart: NVH to continue diagnosis.