Trouble Shooting Hints

NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram to verify wire color and connector terminal identification. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Note condition and operation of SECURITY (Alero & Grand Am) or THEFT SYSTEM (Malibu) indicator light. If indicator stays on or flashes continuously, see appropriate ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. Check starter solenoid terminals and battery grounds. Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment. Check IGN SW-BATT 1 (40-amp) fuse in underhood junction block. See COMPONENT LOCATIONS . Perform self-diagnostic system test to be certain no trouble codes are stored in PCM memory which may lead to misdiagnosis. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. Check for correct starter usage. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .

Fig 1: Measuring PG260 F1 Starter Length (3.1L)

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Fig 2: Measuring PG260 M Starter Length (3.4L)

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