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Chart 3

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NOTE: An extended crank because of a no start may load the exhaust system with raw fuel, damaging the catalytic converter after the engine starts.
STARTING CONCERNS: NO START (ENGINE CRANKS) SYMPTOM CHART

SYSTEM/COMPONENT REFERENCE (article 5 Pinpoint Test unless noted)
Add-on Anti-Theft Devices Visual. CHECK with the customer.
Fuel/Ignition GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
Intake Air System (Ranger).
If the engine will not start at closed throttle, but will start and run normally at part throttle, check the IAC valve.
GO to PINPOINT TEST KE .
Exhaust System Restrictions GO to PINPOINT TEST HF .
Base Engine REFER to the appropriate Engine System article and carry out the Inspection and Verification to continue diagnosis.
Additional Testing GO to PINPOINT TEST Z .