0C5969
UnclassifiedSpeed
What This Code Means
Starter motor did not operate; Starter motor tried to engage (pinion engaged); Engine did not crank; Pinion does not move normally when starter motor is activated; Starting problem; Engine does not crank
Possible Causes
- •Faulty starter motor
- •Mechanical binding of engine
- •Mechanical binding of rotor
- •Binding or sticking of pinion gear
- •Engine is the cause of starting difficulty
Suggested Actions
- 1Remove and test starter motor for proper operation independent of engine
- 2Check for mechanical binding of engine or rotor
- 3Remove spark plugs and turn crankshaft over slowly by hand to be sure it rotates freely
- 4Inspect pinion for binding or sticking
- 5Thoroughly check the engine to eliminate it as the cause of starting difficulty
- 6Check for mechanical binding of engine
- 7Check for mechanical binding of rotor
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