Engine Cranks But Will Not Start
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- Check fuel tank contents and fuel gauge accuracy. Check for dirt, water or contamination in fuel.
- Check fuel lines and fittings for leaks. If no leaks are found, check fuel delivery system for proper pressure and volumes. Reset Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) switch (if necessary).
- Check for damaged or contaminated fuel injector wiring harness and connector. Ensure fuel injectors pulse when engine is cranked.
- Check ignition system for strong spark at spark plugs. If spark is not present or if spark is weak, proceed as follows:
- On all EEC-V models, go to TEST JE in appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article.
- On all others, go to appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article.
- Check engine compression.
- Check valve timing.
- Check for overheating engine.
- Check for intake air system leak.
- Check operation of Idle Air Control (IAC) valve.
- Check for damaged or faulty crankshaft pulley and Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
Repair as necessary.