Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	ACTION
Engine cranks, but does not start	Engine system fault Engine breather system disconnected/restricted	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Check the integrity of the engine breather system. Rectify as necessary
Engine cranks and fires, but will not start	Engine system fault Evaporative emissions system fault Fuel system fault Spark plugs fouled/worn HT short to ground (tracking) check rubber boots for cracks/damage	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Check the spark plugs for cracks, damage, carbon build up, wet fouling, electrode gap too large/small, center electrode condition, ground electrode condition. Rectify as necessary Check the ignition coil rubber boots for cracks/damage. Rectify as necessary
Engine difficult to start (cold engine)	Engine system fault Engine coolant level and specific gravity Battery/charging system fault Fuel system fault Evaporative emissions system fault	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Check the coolant level and specific gravity. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the battery and charging system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary
Engine difficult to start (warm/hot engine)	Engine system fault Injector(s) leaking Evaporative emissions system fault Fuel system fault	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Check the injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary
Engine difficult to start after hot soak (vehicle standing, engine off, after engine has reached operating temperature)	Engine system fault Injector(s) leaking Evaporative emissions system fault Fuel system fault	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Check the injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary
Engine stalls soon after start	Engine system fault Engine breather system disconnected/restricted Intake pipe restricted/blocked Air filter element restricted/blocked Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner Fuel system fault	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Check the integrity of the engine breather system. Rectify as necessary Check the intake pipe for restrictions and blockages. Rectify as necessary Install a new air filter element as necessary Check the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary
Engine hesitates/poor acceleration	Engine system fault Fuel system fault Injector(s) leaking Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner Transmission fault Accelerator pedal movement restricted (carpet, mats, etc)	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Check the injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Check the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, heck the transmission control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Check that the accelerator pedal is free from restriction. Rectify as necessary
Engine backfires	Engine system fault Fuel system fault Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner Variable camshaft timing system stuck active	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Check the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Check the operation of the variable camshaft timing system. Rectify as necessary
Engine surges	Engine system fault Fuel system fault	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary
Engine detonates/knocks	Engine system fault Fuel system fault Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner Variable camshaft timing system stuck active	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Refer to the relevant section of the service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Check the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Check the operation of the variable camshaft timing system. Rectify as necessary
No throttle response	Engine system fault	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index
Throttle response poor	Engine system fault Engine breather system disconnected/restricted Transmission fault Dynamic stability control event Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Check the integrity of the engine breather system. Rectify as necessary Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the transmission control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index No fault - Accelerator pedal response may be temporarily reduced or inhibited when the dynamic stability control is active Check the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary