Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	ACTION
Engine cranks but does not start	Engine management system fault Positive crankcase ventilation system blocked/leaking Ignition 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 Inspect 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 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 relevant service information and inspect the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Inspect 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 Inspect 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 Inspect the coolant level and specific gravity. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the battery and charging system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect 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 Ignition 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 inspect the fuel injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Inspect the ignition coil rubber boots for cracks/damage. 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 Ignition 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 Inspect the fuel injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the evaporative emissions system. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Inspect the ignition coil rubber boots for cracks/damage. 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 Inspect the integrity of the positive crankcase ventilation system. Rectify as necessary Inspect the intake air system for restrictions. Rectify as necessary Install a new air filter element as necessary Inspect the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect 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 Accelerator pedal movement restricted (carpet, mats, etc) Ignition system fault Transmission 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 service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Inspect the fuel injectors for leaks. Rectify as necessary Inspect the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Check that the accelerator pedal is free from restriction. Rectify as necessary Inspect the ignition coil rubber boots for cracks/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
Engine backfires	Engine management system fault Fuel system fault Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner Ignition system fault 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 service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Inspect the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Inspect the ignition coil rubber boots for cracks/damage. Rectify as necessary Inspect the operation of the variable camshaft timing system. Rectify as necessary
Engine surges	Engine management system fault Intake pipe disconnected/damaged after the air cleaner Accelerator motor Fuel system fault Ignition 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 Inspect the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Inspect the accelerator system for correct operation. Rectify as necessary Refer to the relevant service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Inspect the ignition coil rubber boots for cracks/damage. 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 relevant service information and inspect the fuel system. Rectify as necessary Inspect the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary Inspect the operation of the variable camshaft timing system. Rectify as necessary
No accelerator response	Engine management system fault Accelerator motor	Using the Jaguar Land Rover approved diagnostic equipment, check the powertrain control module for related DTCs and refer to the relevant DTC index Inspect the accelerator system for correct operation. Rectify as necessary
Accelerator response poor	Engine management system fault Positive crankcase ventilation system blocked/leaking Transmission system fault 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 Inspect 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 Inspect the intake system for correct installation and damage. Rectify as necessary