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Pinpoint Test A: Engine Does Not Crank

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  1. Refer to STARTING SYSTEM for schematic and connector information.

    Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    For more information, REFER to: Starting System - System Operation and Component Description .

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    PCM P06E9:00 Engine Starter Performance: No Sub Type Information This DTC sets in the PCM when no engine rotation is detected during crank event.

    Possible Sources 

    • Battery
    • Battery cables
    • Starter motor
    • BJB starter relay

    Visual Inspection and Pre-checks 

    • Verify the BJB fuse 7 (30A).
    • Verify the high current BCM fuse 10 (300A).
    • Verify the BJB fuse 20 (5A).

  2. A1 PERFORM INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION

    • Perform Inspection and Verification procedure.

    Was an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern found? 

    Yes  Correct the cause as necessary.
    No  GO to  A2
  3. A2 CHECK FOR NO KEY DETECTED MESSAGE IN THE MESSAGE CENTER

    • NOTE: There are certain areas inside the vehicle where the IA key may not be detected and the message center displays NO KEY DETECTED. If the IA key is in the far outside edges of the interior (like in a door map pocket or above a sun visor) it might not be detected. Move the IA key to a different location and try to start the vehicle again.

      Check the message displayed in the message center while pressing the ignition switch - push button start.

    Is NO KEY DETECTED displayed? 

    Yes  Diagnose the NO KEY DETECTED concern. REFER to: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) .
    No  GO to  A3
  4. A3 VERIFY THE BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) AND PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) MODULE PASS THE NETWORK TEST

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the Network Test.

    Did the BCM and PCM ABS module pass the Network Test? 

    Yes  GO to  A4
    No  REFER to: Communications Network .
  5. A4 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 DTC Charts . For PCM DTC P06E9 GO to  A5 For all other PCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), REFER to: Electronic Engine Controls - 3.5L EcoBoost (235kW/320PS).
    No  GO to  A5
  6. A5 CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE STOPLAMPS

    • While observing the stoplamps, apply the brake pedal.

    Do the stoplamps illuminate? 

    Yes  GO to  A6
    No  Diagnose All the Stoplamps are inoperative. REFER to: Stoplamps .
  7. A6 CHECK THE BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BOO1) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION)

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, view PCM Parameter Identifications (PIDs)

    • Monitor the PCM B001 PID while applying the brake pedal.

    Does the PID read On? 

    Yes  GO to  A8
    No  GO to  A7
  8. A7 CHECK THE BPP (BRAKE PEDAL POSITION) SWITCH CIRCUIT FOR VOLTAGE AT THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE)

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect PCM C1551B.

    • While applying the brake pedal, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1551B-23
      GFD566372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground

    Is the voltage greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  A19
    No  REPAIR the circuit.
  9. A8 CHECK BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) IGN_SW_STATE PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION)

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, view the BCM Parameter Identifications (PIDs).

    • Make sure the transmission is in PARK or NEUTRAL.

    • Monitor the BCMPID IGN_SW_STATE while pressing the ignition switch - push button start and the brake pedal.

    Does the PID change from Off to Start when the ignition switch - push button start and the brake pedal are pressed? 

    Yes  GO to  A9
    No  DIAGNOSE No power in Start. REFER to: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components .
  10. A9 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 PCMPID IN_GEAR, while placing the gear selector in PARK and then NEUTRAL.

    Does the PID read No in both positions? 

    Yes  GO to  A10
    No  REFER to: DTC Chart and Pinpoint Tests - 3.5L EcoBoost (235kW/320PS) .
  11. A10 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 PCMPID ENG_CRANK while pressing the ignition switch - push button start and the brake pedal.

    Does the PID change from Inactive to Active? 

    Yes  GO to  A11
    No  GO to  A19
  12. A11 CHECK THE BATTERY GROUND CABLES

    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      GFD566373Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      GFD566372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      GROUND -309

    Are the voltages greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  A12
    No  CLEAN or INSTALL new negative battery cables as necessary. REFER to: Battery Cables - 3.5L Duratec (209kW/284PS)/3.5L EcoBoost (235kW/320PS) .
  13. A12 CHECK THE STARTER MOTOR GROUND

    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      GFD566373Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      GFD566372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      GFD566374Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

      Starter motor case

    Is the voltage greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  A13
    No  CLEAN the starter motor mounting flange and MAKE SURE the starter motor is correctly mounted. REFER to: Starter Motor .
  14. A13 CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE STARTER MOTOR

    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1716A-1 ("B" terminal)
      GFD566372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground

    Is the voltage greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  A14
    No  INSTALL a new positive battery cable. REFER to: Battery Cables - 3.5L Duratec (209kW/284PS)/3.5L EcoBoost (235kW/320PS) .
  15. A14 CHECK THE STARTER MOTOR FOR CORRECT OPERATION

    Was an obvious cause found? 

    Yes  Correct the cause as necessary.
    No  GO to  A15
  16. A15 CHECK FOR START INPUT AT THE STARTER

    • Connect BJB starter relay.

    • Disconnect Starter solenoid C1716B.

    • While holding the key in the START position, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1716B-1 ("S" terminal)
      GFD566372Courtesy 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.
  17. A16 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) STARTER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect PCM C1551B.

    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1551B-78
      GFD566375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground
      C1551B-44
      GFD566375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground

    Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms? 

    Yes  GO to  A17
    No  REPAIR the affected circuit.
  18. A17 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) STARTER RELAY CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN

    Are the resistances less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  GO to  A19
    No  REPAIR the affected circuit.
  19. A18 CHECK FOR CORRECT ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) MODULE OPERATION

    • Disconnect and inspect the ABS module connector.

    • Repair:

      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

    • Reconnect the ABS module connector. Make sure it seats and latches correctly.

    • Ignition ON.

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

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, refer to ABS GUIDED ROUTINE
    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.
  20. A19 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.