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Fuel and Emissions Systems Symptom Troubleshooting Index

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Symptom Troubleshooting Index 

When the vehicle has one of these symptoms, check for a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) with the HDS. If there is no DTC, do the diagnostic procedure for the symptom, in the sequence listed, until you find the cause.

Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for
Engine will not start (MIL works OK, no DTCs set, generator motor works OK)
  • Low compression
  • No ignition spark
  • Exhaust restriction
  • Intake air leaks
  • Locked up engine
  • Broken cam chain
  • Fuel contamination
Engine will not start, and HDS does not communicate with the PCM (MIL comes on and stays on, no DTCs set)  
MIL comes on and stays on, or never comes on at all, no DTCs set Troubleshoot the MIL circuit .  
Engine starts but stalls immediately (MIL works OK, no DTCs set, immobilizer indicator stays on or flashes) Check the keyless access system .
  • Low compression
  • Intake air leaks
  • Weak spark
  • Low fuel pressure
Engine is hard to start (MIL works OK, no DTCs set)
  • Low compression
  • Intake air leaks
  • Fuel contamination
  • Weak spark
Cold fast idle too low (MIL works OK, no DTCs set)
  • Incorrect valve adjustment
  • Intake air leaks
Cold fast idle too high (MIL works OK, no DTCs set) Check the idle speed. Intake air leaks
Idle speed fluctuates (MIL works OK, no DTCs set)
  • Incorrect valve adjustment
  • Intake air leaks
After warming up, idle speed is below specifications without load (MIL works OK, no DTCs set) Do the carbon accumulation check . Incorrect valve timing or clearance adjustment
Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for
After warming up, idle speed is above specifications without load (MIL works OK, no DTCs set) Inspect the APP sensor . Intake air leaks
Low power (MIL works OK, no DTCs set)
  • Low compression
  • Incorrect camshaft timing
  • Incorrect engine oil level
  • Exhaust restriction
  • Fuel contamination
Engine stalls (MIL works OK, no DTCs set)
  • Intake air leaks
  • Faulty harness and sensor connections
  • Fuel contamination
Difficult to refuel (MIL works OK, NO DTCs set)
  • Check the fuel vent tube between the EVAP canister and the fuel tank unit.
  • Check the fuel tank vapor recirculation tube between the fuel fill pipe and the fuel tank unit.
  • Insert the emergency fuel funnel into the fuel filler neck, then check the operation of the shut-off valve flap.

    NOTE:  The emergency fuel funnel is stored in the trunk tool box.

  • Replace the fuel tank .
  • Malfunctioning gas station filling nozzle
  • Faulty fuel tank vapor control valve
Fuel overflows during refueling (No DTCs set) Replace the fuel tank . Malfunctioning gas station filling nozzle
HDS does not communicate with the PCM or the vehicle Troubleshoot the DLC circuit . Correct HDS software