Checks
| Action
|
DEFINITION: Engine cranks OK, but does not start for a
long time. Does eventually run, or may start but immediately dies.
|
Preliminary
| Perform the
Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls
.
|
Sensor/System
| A variety of sensor
or physical conditions may result in a hard start condition without setting
a diagnostic trouble code (DTC). In order to determine if any of these conditions
exist, perform the following actions:
|
Fuel System
| A variety of fuel system conditions may result in a hard start condition
without setting a DTC. In order to determine if any of these conditions
exist, perform the following actions:
|
Ignition System
| A variety of ignition system conditions may
result in a hard start condition without setting a DTC. In order to determine
if any of these conditions exist. Refer to
Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis
.
|
Engine Mechanical
| A variety of engine mechanical conditions may result in a hard start condition
without setting a DTC. In order to determine if any of these conditions
exist. Refer to
Engine Compression Test
in
Engine Mechanical 3.8L.
If incorrect compression is detected, inspect the following items:
| • | Intake/exhaust manifold flashing |
|
