Engine Will Not Crank

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DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE - ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK

Possible Component	Reference/Action
258 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
NOTE: If the battery has been disconnected or is dead, the transmission shifts and engagements will feel firm. Carry out Routine 267. PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, vehicle starter transmission internal harness, Transmission Range (TR position) sensor, PATS module	Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the appropriate INTRODUCTION article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM.
	Go To PINPOINT TEST C: TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) POSITION SENSOR . Check PIDs for TR position, PARK and NEUTRAL.
	Repair as required. Clear DTCs, road test and carry out on-board diagnostic test again.
Engine Components
Sensors, solenoids, fan clutch damaged or shorted to ground	Inspect and repair as necessary. Refer to ENGINE 6.0L DIESEL . REFER to the appropriate INTRODUCTION article.
Vehicle Starter
Starter damaged	Inspect and repair as necessary. Refer to STARTERS - DIESEL .
External Shift Cable System
Cable system damaged, misaligned	Inspect and repair as necessary. Refer to TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
TR position Sensor Assembly
TR position assembly damaged	Inspect and repair as necessary.
Fluid Pump Assembly
Internal parts seized	Inspect for damage and repair as necessary.
Torque Converter
Flex plate damaged	Inspect for damage and repair as necessary.