Pic. 7.49. Starter
The engine starting system consists of a battery, a starter, a traction relay, an ignition switch, a starter blocking switch (only models with automatic transmission), connecting wiring and battery wires.
When the ignition key is turned to position «START» («Start») a current passes through the retracting winding of the starter traction relay. Traction relay armature moves drive lever (fork), which in turn introduces the drive gear (made together with a freewheel) in engagement with the flywheel ring gear (or automatic transmission torque converter). At the same time, the movement of the armature of the traction relay closes the contacts and the starter begins to scroll the engine crankshaft.
To prevent damage to the starter caused by high starter armature speed after the engine has started, the starter overrunning clutch disengages the pinion gear.
Clutch pedal check
Pic. 7.50. Clutch switch sensor
Check that the clutch pedal height above the floor, pedal free play and play in the clutch pedal pin joint are correct (pic. 7.50).
Checking the starter relay
Pic. 7.51. Starter relay test circuit
Remove the starter relay and check the condition of the circuit between the terminals in accordance with the table. If the circuit condition is not as specified, replace the relay (pic. 7.51).
Starter Interlock Switch Test
Pic. 7.52. Starter Interlock Switch Test Diagram
Remove the starter interlock switch and check the condition of the circuit between the terminals in accordance with the table. If the circuit condition is not as specified, replace the switch (pic. 7.52).