Symptom Chart

Symptom	Possible Causes	Action
Engine cranks but does not start	Engine management system fault Positive crankcase ventilation system blocked/leaking	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 positive crankcase ventilation system. Rectify as necessary
Engine cranks and fires but will not start	Engine management system fault Evaporative emissions system fault Fuel system fault Spark plugs fouled/worn HT short to ground	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 appropriate service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the appropriate 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 management 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 appropriate service information and check the battery and charging system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the appropriate service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the appropriate service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary
Engine difficult to start (warm/hot engine)	Engine management system fault Fuel injector 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 fuel injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Refer to the appropriate service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the appropriate 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 management system fault Fuel injector 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 fuel injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Refer to the appropriate service information and check the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the appropriate service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary
Engine stalls soon after start	Engine management system fault Positive crankcase ventilation system blocked/leaking Intake air system restricted 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 positive crankcase ventilation system. Rectify as necessary Check the intake air system for restrictions. 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 appropriate service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary
Engine hesitates/poor acceleration	Engine management system fault Fuel system fault Fuel injector leaking Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner Transmission system 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 appropriate service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Check the fuel 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, check 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 management 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 appropriate 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 management 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 appropriate service information and check the fuel system. Rectify as necessary
Engine detonates/knocks	Engine management 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 appropriate 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 management 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 management system fault Positive crankcase ventilation system blocked/leaking Transmission system 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 positive crankcase ventilation 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