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Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 8:  The crankshaft position (CKP) sensor can fail in such a way that will cause the engine to crank but will not run. The engine will be able to run by using the cam sensor when the CKP sensor is disconnected.
Engine Cranks but Does Not Run

Step Action Value(s) Yes No
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. With a scan tool, observe the DTC information.
Does the scan tool display DTCs P0068, P0107, P0601, P0602, P0604, P0606, P0607, P0651, P1621, P1631, P1680, P1681, or P1682?
- Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information Go to Step 3 
3 Does the scan tool display any body control module (BCM) vehicle theft deterrent (VTD) DTCs? - Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information Go to Step 4 
4 Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
Does the fuel pump turn ON?
- Go to Step 5  Go to Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit Diagnosis 
5
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Remove an ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil(s) Replacement .
  3. Install the J 26792  Spark Tester to the coil boot. See Special Tools .
  4. Attempt to start the engine.
Does the spark tester spark?
- Go to Step 6  Go to Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis 
6
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the multi-way harness connector of the fuel injectors.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the ignition 1 voltage circuit of the fuel injector, fuse side, and a fuel injector control circuit, Powertrain Control Module (PCM) side.
  4. Crank the engine.
Does the test lamp flash when cranking the engine?
- Go to Step 7  Go to Fuel Injector Circuit Diagnosis 
7
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Install the J 34730-1A  Fuel Pressure Gage. See Special Tools . Refer to Fuel Pressure Gage Installation and Removal .
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool.
Is the fuel pressure within the specified range while the fuel pump is operating?
334-375 kPa
(48-54 psi)
Go to Step 8  Go to Fuel System Diagnosis 
  1. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.
  2. Attempt to start the engine.
Does the engine start and continue to run?
- Go to Step 10  Go to Step 9 
9 Inspect for the following conditions:
Did you complete the action?
- Go to Step 11  -
10 Replace the CKP sensor. Refer to Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
- Go to Step 11  Go to Step 2 
11
  1. Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  3. Attempt to start the engine.
Does the engine start and continue to run?
- Go to Step 12  Go to Step 2 
12
  1. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature.
  2. Observe the DTC information with a scan tool.
Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?
- Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information System OK