Engine does not start (under any circumstances)
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- 500 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2007–2024
- Section
- Starting › Engine does not start (under any circumstances)
ENGINE DOES NOT START (UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES)
The engine does not start. When the key is turned the instruments light up as normal, the starter motor turns, but the engine does not start up.
The VEHICLE PROTECTION system works properly
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Check that the fuel cut off has not been activated Check that there is enough fuel in the tank. Turn the ignition switch ON for 2 seconds and then OFF. Check that the fuel pipe feels the pressure with the ignition ON. Check:
| Move on to Step 1 | 1. Activation of fuel cut off 2. Not enough fuel in the tank 3. No pressure in the fuel circuit 4. Obstruction in the air intake circuit 5. Air intake via the inlet manifold/throttle body seal 6. Exhaust pipe blocked | 1. Restore correct operation by carrying out the See Test 2. Top up the fuel with the correct amount. 3. Move on to Step 2. 4. Eliminate the problem, if necessary, replace the filter element Op. 1048A14 AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT - REPLACE. 5. Restore the correct seal 6. Restore the operation of the exhaust pipe. | |
| 1 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket and check:
| End of diagnosis | 1. Error detected in the control unit 2. Parameter not consistent | 1. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment. 2. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment. | |
| 2 | IGNITION SWITCH CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the ignition switch is working correctly by carrying out the | Move on to Step 3 | Switch defective - contacts loose | Replace the ignition switch | |
| 3 | RPM SIGNAL CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the operation of the rpm sensor by carrying out the | Move on to Step 4 | 1. Sensor defective 2. Wiring defective | 1. Replace the rpm sensor Op. 5510C26 ENGINE RPM SENSOR - R+R 2. Restore the correct wiring. | |
| 4 | FUEL SUPPLY CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the fuel supply pressure by carrying out the See Test 1056BY FUEL SYSTEM SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK Check the continuity of the wiring between the pump and the junction unit. Check that the submerged pump is working properly by carrying out the See Test 1040AB SUBMERGED FUEL PUMP CHECK Check the continuity of the wiring between the junction unit and the engine control unit | Move on to Step 5 | 1. Fuel pressure too low: pipes obstructed 2. Fuel pressure too low: pump defective 3. Wiring broken | 1. Eliminate the constrictions 2. Replace the pump assembly Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R 3. Restore the correct wiring. | |
| 5 | IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Inspect the spark plugs and check their operation Check for any defects in the high voltage leads Check for the ignition control signal by carrying out the See Test 5510CE IGNITION CONTROL SIGNAL CHECK Check that the ignition coils are working by carrying out the | Move on to Step 6 | 1. Spark plugs defective 2. High voltage cable connection leaking 3. High voltage cable connection slack 4. Ignition signal interrupted 5. Coils defective | 1. Replace spark plugs 2. Replace HT leads. 3. Tighten HT lead correctly. 5. Restore the ignition signal. 4. Replace coils | |
| 6 | INJECTOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Using the Examiner in active diagnosis, check that the injectors are working properly Check that the injector opening is correct Check the continuity of the injection wiring Check the operation of the main relay | Move on to Step 7 | 1. Injectors stuck 2. Wiring broken 3. Main relay defective | 1. Replace the injectors. Op. 1056B70 INJECTOR (ONE) - R + R WITH FUEL MANIFOLD PIPE REMOVED - INCLUDES SEAL REPLACEMNT 2. Restore correct wiring See E5030 PETROL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT 3. Replace the relay | |
| 7 | CYLINDER COMPRESSION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Carry out the cylinder compression check Op. 0520G15 COMPRESSION TEST - CHECK WITH EXAMINER WITH SPARK PLUGS/INJECTORS REMOVED | Move on to Step 9 | Cylinder compression insufficient | Move on to Step 8 | |
| 8 | CHECK ON CAUSE OF INSUFFICIENT COMPRESSION | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
R & R head to check valve seal Check condition of cylinders/piston rings | Move on to Step 9 | 1. Valve seal insufficient 2. Cylinders/piston rings worn | 1. Restore the correct seal. 2. Overhaul the head. | |
| 9 | ENGINE CONTROL UNIT CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the engine control unit is working properly. | End of diagnosis | Engine management control unit defective | Replace the engine management control unit | |
The engine does not start. When the key is turned the instruments light up as normal, the starter motor turns, but the engine does not start up.
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Turn the key ON and check that the initial check on the MIL and VEHICLE PROTECTION warning lights takes place The MIL warning light should come on and then go out when the engine is started up, whilst the CODE warning light should come on for about 4 seconds and then go out Then check:
| Move on to Step 1 | 1. The VEHICLE PROTECTION warning light stays on 2. The MIL warning light does not carry out the initial test 3. Presence of FUEL CUT OFF activated message 4. Lack of fuel 5. Filter dirty or partly blocked 6. Exhaust blocked | 1. Continue following the instructions in the Table See K052 ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND TEMPERATURE SENSOR 2. Continue following the instructions in the Table See K053 LPG PRESSURE SENSOR 3. Carry out the See Test 4. Add fuel to the tank 5. Replace the filter element Op. 1044B10 FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLY - R + R OR REPLACE 6. Restore exhaust manifolds to working order | |
| 1 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket. Check:
| Move on to Step 2 | 1. Error detected in the control unit 2. Parameters not plausible 3. No communication with the control unit | 1. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment 2. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment 3. Restore the connection between the engine control unit and the diagnostic connector | |
| 2 | RPM SENSOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check correct operation of the rpm sensor by carrying out the See Test 1060GI ENGINE SPEED CHECK Check the continuity/insulation of the wiring between the sensor and the engine control unit See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT Check that the sensor is correctly positioned | Move on to Step 3 | 1. Rpm sensor defective 2. Wiring defective 3. Rpm sensor not correctly positioned | 1. Replace the sensor Op. 1060G20 ENGINE RPM SENSOR - R.R. 2. Restore correct wiring 3. Position the sensor correctly | |
| 3 | TIMING SENSOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check correct operation of the timing sensor by carrying out the See Test 1060GC TIMING SENSOR OPERATION CHECK Check the continuity/insulation of the wiring between the sensor and the engine control unit See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT Check that the sensor is correctly positioned | Move on to Step 4 | 1. Timing sensor defective 2. Wiring defective | 1. Replace the timing sensor Op. 1060G22 CAM ANGLE SENSOR - R.R 2. Restore correct wiring | |
| 4 | DIESEL HIGH PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket. Check that the diesel pressure parameter is correct by carrying out the | Move on to Step 7 | Pressure not correct | Move on to Step 5 | |
| 5 | DIESEL LOW PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the diesel pressure is correct by carrying out the | Move on to Step 7 | Pressure not correct | Move on to Step 6 | |
| 6 | ELECTRIC PUMP CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the low pressure electric pump is working properly | Move on to Step 7 | 1. Electric pump defective 2. Pump wiring broken | 1. Replace the electric pump Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R 2. Restore correct wiring | |
| 7 | INJECTOR WIRING CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the electrical connection between the engine management control unit and the injectors is correct | Move on to Step 8 | Wiring defective | Restore correct wiring | |
| 8 | INJECTOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
With the Examiner in active diagnosis check that the injectors are working properly by carrying out the | Move on to Step 9 | Injectors stuck shut | Replace the injectors Op. 1060F10 FUEL INJECTORS - R.R. | |
| 9 | INJECTOR SEAL CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the injectors are not leaking by carrying out the | Move on to Step 10 | There is no seal for the injectors | Replace the injectors Op. 1060F10 | |
| 10 | ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL UNIT OPERATION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check on correct operation of engine management control unit | Move on to Step 11 | Engine management control unit defective | Replace the engine management control unit | |
| 11 | CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATION OF HIGH PRESSURE PUMP | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check on correct operation of high pressure pump | End of diagnosis | High pressure pump defective | Replace the high pressure pump | |
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