No Start/Normal Crank (Alt Fuel)
CAUTION:
Extended cranking, due to a no-start condition, can load exhaust system with raw fuel, which can ruin catalytic converter after engine is started.
NOTE:
If ALT fuel switch indicator illuminates and then goes off, the vehicle may switch automatically to gasoline mode. Check vehicle for add-on anti-theft devices. They may disable ignition system.
- If ALT fuel switch indicator is always off, see TEST AB under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V (BI-FUEL) article.
- If ALT fuel switch indicator is on then goes off, see TEST AC under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V (BI-FUEL) article.
- If ALT fuel switch indicator is always on, see TEST AD under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V (BI-FUEL) article.
- If ALT fuel switch indicator is flashing, see TEST UC under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V (BI-FUEL) article.
- If engine is still a no-start after completing the above tests, see TEST KE under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V (BI-FUEL) article.
- Check exhaust system for restriction. See TEST HF under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V (GASOLINE) article.
- Check engine mechanical condition. Check compression, camshaft, valve train components, etc. and repair as necessary. See appropriate article in ENGINES. If no concern is found, see TEST Z under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V article and check for intermittent faults.