Symptom Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford Special Service Police Sedan and 2015 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in Service Information for information about these practices.
| Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
|---|---|---|
| The engine does not crank - Without IA | Refer to the Diagnostic Routine | GO to Pinpoint Test A . |
| The engine does not crank - With IA | Refer to the Diagnostic Routine | GO to Pinpoint Test B . |
| The engine cranks slowly | Battery Battery cables Wiring, terminals or connectors Starter motor |
CARRY OUT the Starter Motor - Feed Circuit and Starter Motor - Ground Circuit Tests. REFER to Component Tests . |
| The engine cranks but does not start. | Fuses Fuel pump Fuel pump relay PCM |
Engine Controls - Introduction (Except Diesel & Hybrid) |
| Unusual starter noise | Refer to the Diagnostic Routine | GO to Pinpoint Test C . |
| The starter spins but the engine does not crank | Starter motor | INSPECT the starter motor mounting and engagement. REFER to Starter Motor - 2.0L GTDI , or Starter Motor - 3.5L GTDI , or Starter Motor - 3.5L Ti-VCT , or Starter Motor - 3.7L Ti-VCT and Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection . REPAIR as necessary. |
| Damaged flexplate | INSPECT the starter and flexplate for damaged, missing or worn teeth. REFER to Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection . REPAIR as necessary. | |
| The starter does not disengage from the Flexplate | Starter relay Wiring, terminal or connectors |
REMOVE the starter relay, if the engine stops cranking INSTALL a new relay. If the engine continues to crank, REPAIR circuit CDC25 (BN/GN) for a short to voltage. |
| The remote start system operates with reduced range | Refer to the Diagnostic Routine | Diagnose the RKE Transmitter Has Poor Range performance. REFER to Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems |
| The remote start is inoperative | Refer to the Diagnostic Routine | GO to Pinpoint Test F . |