Chart 3
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- Starting Concerns: Hard Start/Long Crank/Erratic Start/Erratic Crank, Stall After Start, No Start/Normal Crank
Carry out the following preliminary checks:
- Engine for correct oil level and viscosity.
- Clean fuel.
- Intake restriction.
| SYSTEM/COMPONENT | REFERENCE (Section 5 Pinpoint Test unless noted) |
|---|---|
| Check Fuel Pump Pressure | REFER toHARD START/NO START DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES . CARRY OUT the Electric Fuel Pump Pressure Test. |
| CHECK RPM Signal | REFER toHARD START/NO START DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES . CARRY OUT the Check the CKP and CMP Signal While Cranking Test. |
| Check Fuel Quality | REFER toHARD START/NO START DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES . CARRY OUT the Sufficient Clean Fuel Test. |
| Check Glow Plug Module Power Circuit | CHECK the voltage between the glow plug B+ circuits and ground. If battery voltage is not present, CHECK the fusible link and circuitry. |
| Check Glow Plug System | refer to PINPOINT TEST AF - Glow Plug System . |
| Check the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System | REFER toPERFORMANCE DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES . CARRY OUT the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Test. |