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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2005LANCER L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMTESTING AND INSPECTIONINITIAL INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEW
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHC
Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The starting system troubleshooting guide is shown in the following steps.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
STEP 1.
Q: Is the battery in good condition? (Refer to Chassis Electrical - Battery - On-vehicle Service Battery Check.)
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Charge or replace the battery.
STEP 2.
- Disconnect the starter motor S (solenoid) terminal connector.
- Using a jumper wire, apply battery positive voltage to the starter motor S (solenoid) terminal.
- Check the engine condition.
OK: Turns normally
Q: Does the starter motor operate normally?
YES:
- Check the ignition switch (Refer to Chassis Electrical Ignition Switch Ignition Switch - Inspection.)
- Check the starter relay and interlock switch.
- Check the transmission range switch. (Refer to Automatic Transaxle - On-vehicle Service - Essential Service - Transmission Range Switch Check.) <2.0L ENGINE A/T>, (Refer to Automatic Transaxle On-vehicle Service - Essential Service - Transmission Range Switch Check .) <2.4L ENGINE A/T>
- Check the line between the battery and starter motor S (solenoid) terminal.
NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3.
- Check the cable between starter B (battery) terminal and battery positive terminal for connection and continuity.
Q: Is the starter cable in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Repair or replace the cable.
STEP 4.
- Check the connection and the continuity of the cable between the starter motor body and the negative battery terminal.
Q: Is the ground cable in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 5.
NO: Repair or replace the cable.
STEP 5.
Q: Is the starter motor in good condition? (Refer to Starting System - Starter Motor - Inspection.)
YES: Excessive rotational resistance of the engine.
NO: Replace the starter motor.
The starting system troubleshooting guide is shown in the following steps.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
STEP 1.
Q: Is the battery in good condition? (Refer to Chassis Electrical - Battery - On-vehicle Service Battery Check.)
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Charge or replace the battery.
STEP 2.
- Disconnect the starter motor S (solenoid) terminal connector.
- Using a jumper wire, apply battery positive voltage to the starter motor S (solenoid) terminal.
- Check the engine condition.
OK: Turns normally
Q: Does the starter motor operate normally?
YES:
- Check the ignition switch (Refer to Chassis Electrical Ignition Switch Ignition Switch - Inspection.)
- Check the starter relay and interlock switch.
- Check the transmission range switch. (Refer to Automatic Transaxle - On-vehicle Service - Essential Service - Transmission Range Switch Check.) <2.0L ENGINE A/T>, (Refer to Automatic Transaxle On-vehicle Service - Essential Service - Transmission Range Switch Check .) <2.4L ENGINE A/T>
- Check the line between the battery and starter motor S (solenoid) terminal.
NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3.
- Check the cable between starter B (battery) terminal and battery positive terminal for connection and continuity.
Q: Is the starter cable in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Repair or replace the cable.
STEP 4.
- Check the connection and the continuity of the cable between the starter motor body and the negative battery terminal.
Q: Is the ground cable in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 5.
NO: Repair or replace the cable.
STEP 5.
Q: Is the starter motor in good condition? (Refer to Starting System - Starter Motor - Inspection.)
YES: Excessive rotational resistance of the engine.
NO: Replace the starter motor.
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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.