Pinpoint Test A : Engine Does Not Crank - Without Push-Button Start

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Make sure battery voltage is greater than 12.2 volts prior to and during this pinpoint test.

NOTE: Do not have a battery charger attached during vehicle testing.

A1 PERFORM INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION
- Perform Inspection and Verification .
Was an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern found?

Yes Correct the cause as necessary.

No GO to A2

A2 VERIFY THE BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) AND PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) PASS THE NETWORK TEST
- Ignition ON.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the Network Test.
Did the BCM and PCM pass the Network Test?

Yes GO to A3

No REFER to: Communications Network .

A3 RETRIEVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform BCM and PCM self-tests.

Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present?

Yes	For all BCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), refer to BCM DTC Chart . For PCM DTC P06E9, GO to A4 For all other PCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), REFER to: Electronic Engine Controls .

GO to A4

A4 CHECK BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) IGN_SW_STATE PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION)
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, view the BCM Parameter Identifications (PIDs).
- Monitor the BCM PID IGN_SW_STATE while turning the ignition switch from OFF to START.
Does the PID change from Off to Start when the ignition switch is turned from OFF to START?

Yes GO to A5

No DIAGNOSE No power in Start. REFER to: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components .

A5 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) IN GEAR-TRANSMISSION IS APPLYING A LOAD TO ENGINE (IN_GEAR) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION)
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, view the PCM Parameter Identifications (PIDs).
- Monitor the PCM PID IN_GEAR, while placing the gear selector in PARK and then NEUTRAL.
Does the PID read No in both positions?

Yes GO to A6

No REFER to: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Charts and Pinpoint Tests - 2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) - MI4 .

A6 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) ENGINE CRANKING (ENG_CRANK) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION)
- Make sure the transmission is in PARK or NEUTRAL.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, view the PCM Parameter Identifications (PIDs).
- Monitor the PCM PID ENG_CRANK while turning the ignition switch to the START position.
Does the PID change from Inactive to Active?

Yes GO to A7

No GO to A17

A7 CHECK THE STARTER RELAY CONTROL OPERATION

NOTE: The following step uses a test light to simulate normal circuit loads. Use only the test light recommended in the Special Tools table at the beginning of this article. To avoid connector terminal damage, use the Flex Probe Kit for the test light probe connection to the vehicle. Do not use the test light probe directly on any connector.

Remove the BJB starter relay.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY BJB starter relay pin 2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY BJB starter relay pin 1

Make sure the transmission is in PARK or NEUTRAL.

While holding the key in the START position, observe the test light.

Does the test light illuminate when the key is in the START position?

Yes

GO to A8

GO to A15

A8 CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE STARTER RELAY

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY BJB starter relay pin 3	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?

Yes

GO to A9

No	VERIFY the BJB fuse 84 (30A) is OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit for an open. If not OK, REFER to the OEM Electrical Wiring Diagram Introduction to identify the possible causes of the circuit short.

A9 CHECK THE STARTER MOTOR OPERATION AT THE STARTER RELAY

Ignition OFF.

With the transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL, momentarily connect a fused jumper wire:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY BJB starter relay pin 3	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY BJB starter relay pin 5

Did the starter engage and the engine crank?

Yes	INSTALL a new starter relay.

GO to A10

A10 CHECK THE BATTERY GROUND CABLES

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground G105
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground G106

Are the voltages greater than 11 volts?

Yes

GO to A11

No	CLEAN or INSTALL new negative battery cables as necessary. REFER to: Battery Cables - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 .

A11 CHECK THE STARTER MOTOR GROUND

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Starter motor case

Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?

Yes

GO to A12

No	CLEAN the starter motor mounting flange and MAKE SURE the starter motor is correctly mounted. REFER to: Starter Motor .

A12 CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE STARTER MOTOR

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C197B-1 ("B" terminal)	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?

Yes

GO to A13

No	INSTALL a new positive battery cable. REFER to: Battery Cables - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 .

A13 CHECK THE STARTER MOTOR FOR CORRECT OPERATION
- Perform Starter Motor - Positive Circuit Test .
Was an obvious cause found?

Yes Correct the cause as necessary.

No GO to A14

A14 CHECK FOR START INPUT AT THE STARTER

Connect BJB starter relay.

Disconnect Starter solenoid C197A.

While holding the key in the START position, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C197A-1 ("S" terminal)	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?

Yes	CLEAN the starter solenoid "S" terminal and starter solenoid connector. CHECK the wiring and the starter motor for a loose or intermittent connection.

No	REPAIR the circuit for an open.

A15 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) STARTER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect PCM C1381B.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C1381B-43	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground
C1381B-62	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms?

Yes

GO to A16

No	REPAIR the affected circuit.

A16 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) STARTER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C1381B-43	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	BJB starter relay pin 2
C1381B-62	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	BJB starter relay pin 1

Are the resistances less than 3 ohms?

Yes

GO to A17

No	REPAIR the affected circuit.

A17 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect and inspect all PCM connectors.

Repair:
- corrosion (install new connectors or terminals - clean module pins)
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

Reconnect the PCM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.

Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

Is the concern still present?

Yes	CHECK OASIS for any applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the TSB instructions. If no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) address this concern, refer to PCM Guided Routine Testing . .

No	The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.