Engine Will Not Crank

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NOTE: If the battery has been disconnected or is dead, the transmission shifts and engagements will feel firm. Carry out Routine 267.

DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINES - ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK

Possible Component	Reference/Action
258 - ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
PCM (gasoline engines), Transmission Control Module (TCM) (diesel engines), vehicle wiring harnesses, vehicle starter transmission internal harness, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) module	Carry out On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tests. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE MODELS for diagnosis and testing of the PCM. For gasoline engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST C . For diesel engines, GO to PINPOINT TEST H . Check PIDs for TR , PARK and NEUTRAL. Repair as required. Clear the DTCs, road test and carry out OBD test again.
Engine Components
Sensors, solenoids, fan clutch damages, shorted to power or ground	Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING for engine concerns. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE MODELS . Refer to the appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article .
Vehicle Starter
Starter damaged	Inspect and repair as necessary. Refer to STARTING SYSTEM - DIESEL ENGINES .
Selector Lever Cable
Cable system damaged, misaligned	Inspect and repair as necessary. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
TR Sensor Assembly
TR assembly damaged	Inspect and repair as necessary.
Fluid Pump Assembly
Internal parts seized	Inspect for damage and repair as necessary.
Torque Converter
Flexplate damaged	Inspect for damage and repair as necessary.