Pinpoint Test A: Engine Does Not Crank
- 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).
- 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 - A2 CHECK FOR NO KEY DETECTED MESSAGE IN THE MESSAGE CENTER
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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 -
- 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 . - 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 - 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 . - 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 - 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 Ground
Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?
Yes GO to A19 No REPAIR the circuit. - 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 . - 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) . - 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 - A11 CHECK THE BATTERY GROUND CABLES
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) . - A12 CHECK THE STARTER MOTOR GROUND
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 . - A13 CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE STARTER MOTOR
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) . - A14 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 A15 - 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) 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. - A16 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) STARTER RELAY CONTROL CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect PCM C1551B.
Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms?
Yes GO to A17 No REPAIR the affected circuit. - 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. - 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. - 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.