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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI1999ESTEEM GLX SEDAN L4-1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1999 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan L4-1.6L
Starting System: Description and Operation
1999 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan L4-1.6LSECTION Description and Operation
The cranking circuit consists of the battery, starting motor, ignition switch, and related electrical wiring. These components are connected electrically.
- The magnetic switch coils are magnetized when the ignition switch is closed.
- The resulting plunger and pinion drive lever movement causes the pinion to engage the engine flywheel gear and the magnetic switch main contacts to close, and cranking takes place.
- When the engine starts, the pinion over-running clutch protects the armature from excessive speed until the switch is opened, at which time the return spring causes the pinion to disengage.
- The magnetic switch coils are magnetized when the ignition switch is closed.
- The resulting plunger and pinion drive lever movement causes the pinion to engage the engine flywheel gear and the magnetic switch main contacts to close, and cranking takes place.
- When the engine starts, the pinion over-running clutch protects the armature from excessive speed until the switch is opened, at which time the return spring causes the pinion to disengage.
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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.