Engine Will Not Crank

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Ford F550 Super Duty and 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If the battery has been disconnected or is dead, the transmission shifts and engagements will feel firm. Carry out Routine 267.

DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK

Possible Component	Reference/Action
258 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System	REFER to the INTRODUCTION article for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. For diagnosing TR sensor, GO to PINPOINT TEST C . Check PIDs for TR , PARK and NEUTRAL. REPAIR as required. CLEAR the DTCs, ROAD TEST the vehicle and CARRY OUT the OBD test again.
PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, vehicle starter transmission internal harness, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) module
Engine Components	REFER to ENGINE MECHANICAL - 6.8L (3V) article for engine concerns. REFER to the INTRODUCTION article. REFER to the Wiring Diagrams.
Sensors, solenoids, fan clutch damages, shorted to power or ground
Vehicle Starter	REFER to STARTING SYSTEM - DIESEL ENGINE article.
Starter damaged	REFER to STARTING SYSTEM - DIESEL ENGINE article.
Selector Lever Cable	REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS article.
Cable system damaged, misaligned	REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS article.
TR Sensor Assembly	REPAIR as necessary.
TR assembly damaged	REPAIR as necessary.
Fluid Pump Assembly	REPAIR as necessary.
Internal parts seized	REPAIR as necessary.
Torque Converter	REPAIR as necessary.
Flexplate damaged	REPAIR as necessary.