Updated for 2009! This video explains the functions of the starting system and the construction of its components in detail: the battery, starter motor, starter drive, solenoid, in-dash or in-column ignition switch, and neutral safety switch or clutch switch.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 03, 2009. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Starting System Operation: Batteries (2:31) -- Starting System Operation: Starters (4:44) -- Starting System Operation: Drives (1:31) -- Starting System Operation: Solenoids (1:16) -- Starting System Operation: Switches (2:25).