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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2004ECLIPSE L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMTESTING AND INSPECTIONSYMPTOM RELATED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHC
Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
STARTING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
The starter motor does not operate at all.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
- Check the starter (coil).
- Check for poor contact at the battery terminals and starter.
- Check the transmission range switch.
The starter motor doesn't stop
- Check the starter (magnetic switch).
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
The starter motor does not operate at all.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
- Check the starter (coil).
- Check for poor contact at the battery terminals and starter.
- Check the transmission range switch.
The starter motor doesn't stop
- Check the starter (magnetic switch).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.