The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table is an organized approach to identifying a condition that causes an engine not to start. The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table directs the service technician to the approach 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 engine cranking speed is within specifications. Refer to Engine Cranks Slowly in Engine Electrical. |
• | There is adequate fuel in the fuel tank. |
Test and/or inspect for the following conditions:
• | Proper idle air control (IAC) operation--Refer to Idle Air Control (IAC) System Diagnosis . |
• | Intermittent conditions--Refer to Intermittent Conditions . |
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No | ||||||||||||||
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |||||||||||||||
2 |
Does the scan tool display DTCs P0336, P0601, P0602, P1621, P1626, P1631, or P1632? | -- | Go to Step 3 | |||||||||||||||
Does the CKP activity counter increment while cranking the engine? | -- | Go to Step 4 | ||||||||||||||||
4 |
Important: Before continuing with this test, ensure the fuses that are listed below are not open.
Does the test lamp illuminate on both sides of all the fuses listed? | -- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Testing for Short to Ground in Wiring Systems | ||||||||||||||
5 | With a scan tool, command the fuel pump ON. Does the fuel pump turn ON? | -- | Go to Step 6 | |||||||||||||||
6 |
Is the fuel pressure within the specified range while the fuel pump is operating? | 248-325 kPa (41-47 psi) | Go to Step 7 | Go to Fuel System Diagnosis | ||||||||||||||
7 |
Does the spark tester spark? | -- | Go to Step 8 | |||||||||||||||
8 |
Does the test lamp flash while the engine is cranking? | -- | Go to Step 9 | |||||||||||||||
9 | Inspect for the following conditions:
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||||||||||||||
10 |
Does the engine start and continue to operate? | -- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 2 | ||||||||||||||
11 |
Are any DTCs displayed? | -- | Go to Step 12 | |||||||||||||||
12 | With a scan tool, review the stored information, Capture Info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | System OK |