Checks
| Action
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DEFINITION: The engine cranks OK, but does not start for
a long time. The engine does eventually run, or may start but immediately
dies.
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Preliminary Checks
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| • | Make sure the driver is using the correct starting procedure. |
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Sensor Checks
| Check the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. Use
the scan tool in order to compare the engine coolant temperature with the
ambient air temperature on a cold engine. If the coolant temperature reading
is more than 5 degrees more or less than the ambient air temperature
on a cold engine, check for a high resistance in the coolant sensor circuit
or the coolant sensor.
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Fuel System Checks
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| • | Check for air in the fuel system. |
| • | Check the fuel return from the injection pump. |
| • | Check for engine shut-off solenoid operation. |
| • | Check the fuel injection nozzles. |
| • | Check the fuel tank cap vent. |
| • | Check for an internal injection pump problem. |
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Electrical System Checks
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| • | Check for slow cranking speed. |
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Air Intake System Checks
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| • | Check the air cleaner and air intake ducts for a restriction. |
| • | Check for a restriction in turbo charger inlet duct. |
| • | Check for a restriction in the intake manifold. |
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Exhaust System Check
| Check the exhaust system for possible restriction. Refer
to
Restricted Exhaust
in Engine Exhaust.
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Engine Mechanical Checks
| Check the engine for the following:
| • | Broken or weak valve springs |
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Additional Checks
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| • | Check for no crank signal. |
| • | Check the Service Bulletins for control module software updates. |
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