Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate

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Cause	Correction
Seized accessory drive system component	Remove accessory drive belt(s). Remove the glow plugs. Rotate crankshaft by hand at the balancer.
Hydraulically locked cylinder Coolant/antifreeze in cylinder Oil in cylinder Fuel in cylinder	Inspect for fluid at glow plug hole. Inspect for broken head gasket(s). Inspect for cracked engine block or cylinder head. Inspect for a sticking fuel injector.
Seized automatic transmission torque converter	Remove the engine assembly. The torque converter bolts are not accessible with the engine installed to the transmission. Rotate crankshaft by hand at the balancer or flywheel location.
Seized manual transmission	Disengage the clutch. Rotate crankshaft by hand at the balancer. Refer to appropriate Transmission Overhaul article.
Material in cylinder: Broken valve Piston material Foreign material	Inspect cylinder for damaged components and/or foreign materials. Repair or replace as required.
Seized crankshaft or connecting rod bearings	Inspect crankshaft and connecting rod bearings. Repair as required.
Bent or broken connecting rod	Inspect connecting rods. Repair as required.
Broken crankshaft	Inspect crankshaft. Repair as required.