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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2009 🢒 Captiva Sport 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Engine Cranks But Does Not Start

Diagnostic Instructions
    •  Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    •  Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Circuit/System Description

This Engine Cranks but Does Not Run is an organized approach to identify a condition which causes the engine to crank but not start. This diagnostic directs the technician to the appropriate system diagnosis.

This diagnostic assumes the system voltage levels are adequate for starter motor operation. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test , and Engine Cranks Slowly. Fuel level and fuel quality should be determined for correct diagnosis.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs
    •  Starting System Description and Operation

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Special Tools Required

    • CH 48027-100 Digital Pressure Gage
    • J 26792 (SA91992) HEI Spark Tester

Circuit/System Verification

Attempt to start the engine. Engine should start and run.

Circuit/System Testing
  1. Crank the engine for up to 30 seconds.
  2. Observe the Engine DTC information with a scan tool.
    3. ⇒If any of the following DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle to diagnose those DTCs: P0201-P0204, P0230, P0231, P0232, P023F, P025A, P0335, P0336, P0351-P0354, P0601, P0602, P0603, P0604, P0606, P0607, P060E, P062F, P0685, P0689, P0690, P069E, P1516, P1682, P2610, P2635.
  3. Observe the engine speed parameter while cranking the engine.
    4. ⇒If engine RPM is not indicated, refer to Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis.
  4. Install a J 26792 (SA91992) Tester .
  5. Crank the engine for 15 seconds. Spark should be observed from the Spark Tester.
    6. ⇒If spark is not observed, refer to Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis.
  6. With the ignition ON and the engine OFF, test the fuses that are supplied by the powertrain relay for voltage. The test lamp should illuminate at each fuse test point.
    7. ⇒If the test lamp does not illuminate on at least one side of each fuse, refer to DTC P0685 or P0690.

    Note: Additional DTCs may set when using the fuel pump output control.

  7. Install the CH 48027-100 Gage . Turn ON the ignition and command the fuel pump ON while observing the CH 48027-100 Gage . The fuel pressure should be between 345-414 kPa (50-60 psi).
    8. ⇒If the fuel pressure is not within 345-414 kPa (50-60 psi), refer to Fuel System Diagnosis.
  8. Inspect for the following conditions:
    9. • Compare the actual engine coolant temperature to the ECT parameter.
    • Air filter and air intake system for restrictions and obstructions
    • Test the fuel for contamination. Refer to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis.
    •  Inspect the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection.
    • Test the exhaust system for restrictions. Refer to Restricted Exhaust.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Spark Plug Replacement