The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table is an organized approach to identifying a condition that prevents an engine from starting. The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table directs the service technician to the appropriate system diagnosis.
The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table assumes the following:
• | The battery is completely charged. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test in Engine Electrical. |
• | The cranking speed is acceptable. Refer to Engine Cranks Slowly in Engine Electrical. |
• | There is adequate fuel in the fuel tank. |
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No | ||||||||||||||||
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Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics Connector End View Reference: Engine Controls Connector End Views or Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views | ||||||||||||||||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | ||||||||||||||||
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Does the scan tool display DTC P0230, P0335, P0336, P0601, P0602, P0604, P1626, P1631, or P1683? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | Go to Step 3 | ||||||||||||||||
3 | Does the scan tool display any body control module (BCM) vehicle theft deterrent (VTD) DTCs? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | Go to Step 4 | ||||||||||||||||
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Does the engine speed increment? | -- | Go to Step 5 | |||||||||||||||||
5 | Monitor the ignition 1 signal voltage parameter with a scan tool. Is the ignition 1 signal voltage parameter at the specified value? | B+ | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 10 | ||||||||||||||||
6 | Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool. Does the fuel pump turn ON? | -- | Go to Step 7 | |||||||||||||||||
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Does the spark tester spark? | -- | Go to Step 8 | |||||||||||||||||
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Is the fuel pressure within the specified range while the fuel pump is operating? | 379-427 kPa (55-62 psi) | Go to Step 9 | Go to Fuel System Diagnosis | ||||||||||||||||
9 | Inspect for the following conditions:
Did you find complete the action? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||||||||||
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Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 11 | ||||||||||||||||
11 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 | ||||||||||||||||
12 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- | ||||||||||||||||
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Does the engine start and continue to run? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 2 | ||||||||||||||||
14 | Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | System OK |