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Diagnostic Procedure

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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES - START AND STALL CONDITION

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII®, read DTC's.
Are any DTCs present?
Yes --> Refer to the DRIVEABILITY CATEGORY  and perform the appropriate symptom.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .
No --> Go To 2		 All
2 Turn the ignition on.
NOTE: If you are unable to communicate with the SKIM, refer to the COMMUNICATION CATEGORY  and perform the appropriate symptom.

With the DRBIII®, read the SKIM codes.
Are there any SKIM DTCs?
Yes --> Refer to the Vehicle Theft category and perform the appropriate symptom.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .
No --> Go To 3		 All
3 Turn the ignition off.
WARNING: The fuel system is under a constant pressure even with the engine off. Before testing or servicing any fuel system hose, fitting or line, the fuel system pressure must be released.

Install a fuel pressure gauge.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII®, actuate the ASD Fuel System test and observe the fuel pressure gauge.
NOTE: Fuel pressure specification is 400 kPa +/- 34 kPa (58 psi +/- 5 psi).

Choose a conclusion that best matches your fuel pressure reading.
Below Specification
Go To 4
Within Specification
Go To 6
Above Specification
Replace the fuel filter/fuel pressure regulator.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .
CAUTION: Stop All Actuations.
 All
4 Turn the ignition off.
WARNING: The fuel system is under a constant pressure even with the engine off. Before testing or servicing any fuel system hose, fitting or line, the fuel system pressure must be released.

Raise vehicle on hoist, and disconnect the fuel pressure line at the fuel pump module.
Install special 5/16 fuel line adapter tool #6539 between the disconnected fuel line and the fuel pump module.
Attach a fuel pressure test gauge to the "T" fitting on tool #6539.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII®, actuate the ASD Fuel System test and observe the fuel pressure gauge.
NOTE: Fuel pressure specification is 400 kPa +/- 34 kPa (58 psi +/- 5 psi).

Is the fuel pressure within specification now?
Yes --> Repair/replace fuel supply line as necessary.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .
No --> Go To 5
CAUTION: Stop All Actuations.
 All
5 Turn the ignition off.
WARNING: The fuel system is under a constant pressure even with the engine off. Before testing or servicing any fuel system hose, fitting or line, the fuel system pressure must be released.

Remove the Fuel Pump Module and inspect the Fuel Inlet Strainer.
Is the Fuel Inlet Strainer plugged?
Yes --> Replace the Fuel Pump Inlet Strainer.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .
No --> Replace the Fuel Pump Module.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .		 All
6 Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII®, read TPS VOLTS.
While monitoring the DRBIII®, slowly open and close the Throttle.
Is the voltage change smooth?
Yes --> Go To 7
No --> Replace the Throttle Position Sensor.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .		 All
7 Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII®, read Throttle Position voltage. Throttle must be against stop.
Is the voltage 0.92 or less with the Throttle closed?
Yes --> Go To 8
No --> Check for a binding throttle condition. If OK, replace the Throttle Position Sensor.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .		 All
8
NOTE: For this test to be valid, the thermostat must be operating correctly.
NOTE: This test works best if performed on a cold engine (cold soaked).
NOTE: If the vehicle was allow to sit over night with no engine start, coolant temperature should be near ambient temperatures.
Turn the ignition on.With the DRBIII®, read the Engine Coolant Temperature value.
NOTE: If engine coolant temperature is above 82°C C (180°F), allow the engine to cool until 65°C (150°F) is reached.
Start the engine.During engine warm-up, monitor the Engine Coolant Temperature value. The temperature value change should be a smooth transition from start up to normal operating temp 82°C (180°F). The value should reach at least 82°C (180°F).Did the Engine Temperature value increase smoothly and did it reach at least 82°C (180°F)?Yes --> Go To 9No --> Replace the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .		 All
9 The following additional items should be checked as a possible cause for a start and stall condition.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) that may apply to the symptom.
Fuel must be free of contamination.
The exhaust system must be free of any restrictions.
The engine compression must be within specifications.
The engine valve timing must be within specifications.
The engine must be free from vacuum leaks.
The throttle body must be free of carbon buildup and dirt.
Do any of the above conditions exist?
Yes --> Repair as necessary.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1 .
No --> Test Complete.		 All
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