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Fiat Croma Factory Service Manual (2005-2010)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Engine does not start (under any circumstances)

Make
Fiat
Model
Croma Factory Service Manual
Year
2005–2010
Section
Starting › Engine does not start (under any circumstances)
Fault diagnosisEngine does not start (under any circumstances)

ENGINE DOES NOT START (UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES)

1.9 JTD 8v, 1.9 JTD 16v, 2.4 JTD 20v

The customer complains of: The engine does not start, the starter motor turns slowly/does not turn

Test results
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Turn the key ON and check that the initial check on the MIL and CODE 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:

- that the inertia switch has not been operated;

- presence of fuel in the tank;

- air intake circuit;

- correct operation of the flow modification valve;

- correct operation of the exhaust manifolds.

- that there are no leaks or seepage from the high and low pressure fuel pipes

Move on to Step 1The CODE waring light stays on

Proceed as instructed

See table K052 VEHICLE PROTECTION WARNING LIGHT ON (ENGINE DOES NOT START)

The MIL warning light does not carry out the intial test

Proceed as instructed

See table K100 MIL WARNING LIGHT NOT WORKING (REMAINS OFF BEFORE STARTING)

The CODE warning light does not carry out the intial test

Proceed as instructed

See table K136 VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT OFF (INITIAL TEST NOT CARRIED OUT)

Intertia switch operatedRestore correct operation
Lack of fuelAdd fuel to the tank
Filter dirty or partly blocked

Replace the filter element

Op. 1048A14 AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT - REPLACE.

Flow modulation valve working incorrectlyMove on to Step 3
Exhaust blockedMove on to Step 2
Presence of leaksEliminate leaks
1ENGINE STARTING ELECTRIC CIRCUIT CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the engine starting electric circuit is working properly

See Test 5520BA ENGINE IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK

Move on to Step 2
2PARTICLE FILTER SATURATION CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Select the following control unit at the diagnostic equipment: EDC16C39 Diesel electronic injection control unit.

Check the saturation level of the dust in the particle filter

See Test 1080BE PARTICULATE FILTER SATURATION CHECK

Move on to Step 3
3CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Carry out active diagnosis of flow modification valveMove on to Step 4Solenoid valve not working

Check the wiring continuity

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

Replace the solenoid valve if necessary

4FLOW MODIFICATION VALVE ACTUATOR CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check operation of the pneumatic actuatorMove on to Step 5Actuator not working

Replace electro-pneumatically controlled throttle body

Op. 1060G50 THROTTLE BODY - R.R

5CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Connect the diagnotsic equipment to the diagnostic socket.

Check:

- no errors in control unit

- parameter plausibility

Move on to Step 1Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
Parameters not plausibleContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
No communication with the control unit

Restore the connection between the engine control unit and the diagnostic connector

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

6HIGH PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check

See Test 1060OD INSPECTION OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL CIRCUIT

that the diesel pressure parameter is correct.

Move on to Step 17Pressure not correctMove on to Step 7
7INJECTOR HIGH PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check,

See Test 1060OC INJECTORS SEAL TEST

that the diesel leaks from the injector recirculation connections are small (seepage) and roughly equal to one another.

Move on to Step 8Significant leak from one injector

Replace the injector

Op. 1060F10 FUEL INJECTORS - R.R.

8LOW RETURN PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check,

See Test 1060OA CHECK ON RETURN LOW PRESSURE FUEL CIRCUIT

that the pressure in the return pipe to the tank is less than 1 bar

Move on to Step 9Pressure above the maximum limit: return pipe to the tank obstructedRepair the pipe, if necessary, replace it
9LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check

See Test 1060OB CHECK ON SUPPLY LOW PRESSURE FUEL CIRCUIT

that the diesel pressure between the filter and the pressure pump is between 2 and 3 bar

Move on to Step 15Pressure below the minimum limit or above the maximum limitMove on to Step 10
10LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Constrict the return pipe downstream of the valve and carry out the test again

See Test 1060OB CHECK ON SUPPLY LOW PRESSURE FUEL CIRCUIT

with the pipe constricted checking that the filter outlet pressure remains below 2 bar

Move on to Step 11Pressure rises to 5 bar: pressure regulator valve on filter mounting incorrectly adjusted

Replace the valve

See Test 1044B16 FUEL SUPPLY/RETURN REGULATION VALVE ON FUEL FILTER - R.R.

11LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the difference in pressure upstream and downstream of the filter is less than 1 barMove on to Step 12Difference in pressure more than 1 bar

Replace the fuel filter cartridge

See Test 1044B20 FUEL FILTER FILTERING ELEMENT - REPLACE

12LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the supply pump pressure at the filter inlet is more than 2.2 barMove on to Step 15Pressure below 2.2 barMove on to Step 13
13LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Measure the difference in pressure between the electric pump outlet and the filter inlet and check that it is less than 0.3 barMove on to Step 14Difference in pressure more than 0.3 barReplace the pipe
14LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check

See Test 1040AA SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND ABSORPTION CURRENT CHECKS

that the pump supply voltage is equal to 12V and that the current uptake is between 2 and 10 A

Move on to Step 15Voltage lower than 12 V

Renew electrical wiring

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

Current greater than 10 A: pump defective

Replace the fuel pump

Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R

Current less than 2 A: pump obstructed

Replace the fuel pump

Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R

and clean the fuel tank

15CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Replace the DRV high pressure regulating valve

Op. 1060E50 PRESSURE REGULATOR ON PRESSURE PUMP - R.R.

and check that the fault is no longer present.

End of diagnosisFault persistsMove on to Step 16
16CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Replace the pressure pump

Op. 1060E10 DIESEL INJECTION PRESSURE PUMP - R.R.

and check that the fault is no longer present

End of diagnosisFault persistsContact technical service for further information on the problem
17CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Replace the engine management control unit

Op. 1060G80 DIESEL ELECTRONIC INJECTION CONTROL UNIT - .R

and check that the fault is no longer present

End of diagnosisFault persistsContact technical service for further information on the problem

1.8, 2.2

The customer complains of: The engine does not start, the starter motor turns slowly/does not turn

0PRELIMINARY CHECKSALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION

Turn the key ON and check that the initial check on the MIL and CODE 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:

  • that the inertia switch has not been operated;
  • status of spark plugs and leads;
  • no obstructions in the catalytic converter;
  • that there is no water in the fuel Move on to Step 11. The CODE warning light remains on
Move on to Step 11. The CODE waring light stays on

1. Proceed as instructed in the

See table K052 VEHICLE PROTECTION WARNING LIGHT ON (ENGINE DOES NOT START)

2. The MIL warning light does not carry out the intial test

2. Proceed as instructed in the

See table K100 MIL WARNING LIGHT NOT WORKING (REMAINS OFF BEFORE STARTING)

3. The CODE warning light does not carry out the intial test

3. Proceed as instructed in the

See table K136 VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT OFF (INITIAL TEST NOT CARRIED OUT)

4. Intertia switch operated4. Restore correct operation
5. Spark plugs dirty or worn

5. Replace the spark plugs

Op. 5510D10 SPARK PLUGS - R+R

6. Spark plug leads damaged

6. Replace the leads

Op. 5510D14 SPARK PLUG WIRING LOOM - R+R

7. Catalytic converter obstructed

7. Replace catalytic converter

Op. 1080B62 CATALYTIC CONVERTER - R + R

8. Water in fuel

8. Clean the tank

See Test 5505AD CHECK ON ENGINE POWER SUPPLY FUSE

1CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY FUSE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, in the engine compartment junction unit, that fuse F16 has not blown (it is the third from the right in the top row)Move on to Step 2The fuse has blownSearch for the cause of the problem by carrying out the
2AMBIENT PARAMETERS CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION

Select the following control unit at the diagnostic equipment:

Petrol electronic injection control unit L850 MPFI.

Check the value of the following parameters:

  • Battery voltage
  • Immobilizer status

See Test 5520BA ENGINE IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK

Move on to Step 3Fuse F18 has blown

Search for the cause of the problem by carrying out the

See Test 5505AE CHECK ON ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY FUSE CIRCUIT

3ENGINE STARTING CIRCUIT SIGNAL CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION

Check there are no faults in the engine starting circuit by performing the

See Test 5520BA ENGINE IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK

Move on to Step 4
4FUEL PUMP ACTIVATE DIAGNOSISALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Carry out the active diagnosis of the fuel pump and check that it is working properlyMove on to Step 6Pump not workingMove on to Step 5
5PETROL PUMP ELECTRIC CIRCUIT CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION

Check petrol pump supply and earth

See E5030 PETROL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

Move on to Step 61. Connections not correct

1. Repair the connections

See E5030 PETROL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

2. Pump faulty2. Replace the petrol pump
6SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION

Check that the fuel pressure is correct

Op. 0510C10 FUEL SYSTEM - CHECK DELIVERY PRESSURE

Move on to Step 7Pressure not correctRemove any obstructions from the pipes. If necesssary, replace the pump
7CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the fault is no longer presentEnd of diagnosisFault persists: control unit defective

Replace the control unit

Op. 1056B82 INJECTION/IGNITION SYSTEM E.C.U. (ONE) - R + R

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