Engine Cranks but Does Not Run: Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Isuzu i-370, 2007 GMC Canyon, and 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table is an organized approach to identifying a condition that causes an engine not to start. The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table directs the service technician to the appropriate system diagnosis.
The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table assumes the following:
- The battery is completely charged. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test (Non-HP2) .
- The cranking speed is acceptable. Refer to Engine Cranks Slowly .
- There is adequate fuel in the fuel tank.
Engine Cranks but Does Not Run
| Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle |
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- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Does the scan tool display any vehicle theft deterrent (VTD) DTCs? | - | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle | Go to Step 4 |
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- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Powertrain Relay Diagnosis |
| 5 | Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool. Does the fuel pump turn ON? |
- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit Diagnosis |
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- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis |
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- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Fuel Injector Circuit Diagnosis |
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334-375 kPa (48-54 psi) |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Fuel System Diagnosis |
| 9 | Inspect for the following conditions:
Did you complete the action? |
- | Go to Step 10 | - |
| 10 |
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- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 2 |
| 11 |
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- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle | System OK |