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Engine Cranks but Does Not Run: Description

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The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table is an organized approach to identifying a condition that causes an engine to not start. The diagnostic table directs the service technician to the appropriate system diagnosis. The diagnostic table assumes the following conditions are met:

Engine Cranks but Does Not Run

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference:  Engine Controls Schematics 
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls
2
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow the ignition switch to be interrupted during this step.
Crank the engine for the specified amount of time.Does the scan tool display any DTCs that failed this ignition?		 15 seconds Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List 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 in Theft Deterrent Go to Step 4 
4
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect a spark plug wire from a spark plug.
  3. Install the J 26792  spark tester to the spark plug wire.
  4. Attach the clamp end of the spark tester to a good engine ground.
  5. Crank the engine while observing the spark tester.
  6. Repeat the test for the remaining cylinders.
Does the spark tester spark on all cylinders?		 - Go to Step 5  Go to Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis 
5
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Probe both sides of the PCM 1 fuse located in the underhood electrical center with a test lamp connected to a good ground.
Does the test lamp illuminate on at least one side of the fuse?		 - Go to Step 6  Go to Ignition Relay Diagnosis 
6 Monitor the ignition 1 signal parameter with a scan tool.
Is the ignition 1 signal parameter at the specified value?		 B+ Go to Step 7  Go to Step 10 
7 Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
Does the fuel pump operate?		 - Go to Step 8  Go to Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit Diagnosis 
8
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Install a fuel pressure gage. Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis .
    3. IMPORTANT: The fuel pump operates for about 2 seconds when the ignition is turned ON. The fuel pressure must be observed when the fuel pump is operating.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Observe the fuel pressure while the fuel pump is operating.
Is the fuel pressure within the specified range?		 385-425 kPa (55-62 psi) Go to Step 9  Go to Fuel System Diagnosis 
9 Inspect for the following conditions:
  • The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor is not close to the actual engine temperature. Refer to DTC P0125 .
  • The duct work between the MAF sensor and the throttle body for air leaks
  • A restricted exhaust system-Refer to Restricted Exhaust in Engine Exhaust.
  • A malfunctioning MAF sensor may cause a no start or a stall after a start. If you suspect this, disconnect the MAF sensor. The PCM will default to the speed density in order to calculate the engine load and the intake air flow. If disconnecting the MAF sensor corrects the condition and the connections are OK. Refer to DTC P0102 .
  • The spark plugs for being gas fouled-Refer to Spark Plug Inspection .
  • An engine mechanical failure that causes an engine not to start such as timing chain, low compression-Refer to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical and Engine Compression Test in Engine Mechanical.
  • Compare the MAP/BARO parameters to another vehicle. The parameter values should be close to each other.

Did you complete the action?		 - Go to Step 13  -
10
  1. Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for an open or for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
  2. Replace the fuse if necessary.
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 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 Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 13  -
13
  1. Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  3. Attempt to start the engine.
Does the engine start the continue to run?		 - Go to Step 14  Go to Step 2 
14
  1. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature.
  2. Observe the DTC information with a scan tool.
Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?		 - Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List System OK
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