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)
ENGINE DOES NOT START (UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES)
The customer complains of: The engine does not start, the starter motor turns slowly/does not turn
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 1 | The 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 operated | Restore correct operation | |||
| Lack of fuel | Add fuel to the tank | |||
| Filter dirty or partly blocked | Replace the filter element | |||
| Flow modulation valve working incorrectly | Move on to Step 3 | |||
| Exhaust blocked | Move on to Step 2 | |||
| Presence of leaks | Eliminate leaks | |||
| 1 | ENGINE STARTING ELECTRIC CIRCUIT CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the engine starting electric circuit is working properly | Move on to Step 2 | |||
| 2 | PARTICLE FILTER SATURATION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 | Move on to Step 3 | |||
| 3 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Carry out active diagnosis of flow modification valve | Move on to Step 4 | Solenoid valve not working | Check the wiring continuity See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT Replace the solenoid valve if necessary | |
| 4 | FLOW MODIFICATION VALVE ACTUATOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check operation of the pneumatic actuator | Move on to Step 5 | Actuator not working | Replace electro-pneumatically controlled throttle body | |
| 5 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect the diagnotsic equipment to the diagnostic socket. Check: - no errors in control unit - parameter plausibility | Move on to Step 1 | Error detected in the control unit | Continue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment | |
| Parameters not plausible | Continue 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 | |||
| 6 | HIGH PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check See Test 1060OD INSPECTION OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL CIRCUIT that the diesel pressure parameter is correct. | Move on to Step 17 | Pressure not correct | Move on to Step 7 | |
| 7 | INJECTOR HIGH PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 8 | Significant leak from one injector | Replace the injector | |
| 8 | LOW RETURN PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 9 | Pressure above the maximum limit: return pipe to the tank obstructed | Repair the pipe, if necessary, replace it | |
| 9 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 15 | Pressure below the minimum limit or above the maximum limit | Move on to Step 10 | |
| 10 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 11 | Pressure 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. | |
| 11 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the difference in pressure upstream and downstream of the filter is less than 1 bar | Move on to Step 12 | Difference in pressure more than 1 bar | Replace the fuel filter cartridge See Test 1044B20 FUEL FILTER FILTERING ELEMENT - REPLACE | |
| 12 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the supply pump pressure at the filter inlet is more than 2.2 bar | Move on to Step 15 | Pressure below 2.2 bar | Move on to Step 13 | |
| 13 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Measure the difference in pressure between the electric pump outlet and the filter inlet and check that it is less than 0.3 bar | Move on to Step 14 | Difference in pressure more than 0.3 bar | Replace the pipe | |
| 14 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 15 | Voltage lower than 12 V | Renew electrical wiring | |
| 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 | |||
| 15 | CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATION | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 diagnosis | Fault persists | Move on to Step 16 | |
| 16 | CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATION | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Replace the pressure pump Op. 1060E10 DIESEL INJECTION PRESSURE PUMP - R.R. and check that the fault is no longer present | End of diagnosis | Fault persists | Contact technical service for further information on the problem | |
| 17 | CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATION | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 diagnosis | Fault persists | Contact technical service for further information on the problem | |
The customer complains of: The engine does not start, the starter motor turns slowly/does not turn
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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:
| Move on to Step 1 | 1. 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 operated | 4. Restore correct operation | |||
| 5. Spark plugs dirty or worn | 5. Replace the spark plugs | |||
| 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 | |||
| 8. Water in fuel | 8. Clean the tank | |||
| 1 | CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY FUSE CHECK | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
| 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 2 | The fuse has blown | Search for the cause of the problem by carrying out the | |
| 2 | AMBIENT PARAMETERS CHECK | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
Select the following control unit at the diagnostic equipment: Petrol electronic injection control unit L850 MPFI. Check the value of the following parameters:
| Move on to Step 3 | Fuse 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 | |
| 3 | ENGINE STARTING CIRCUIT SIGNAL CHECK | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
Check there are no faults in the engine starting circuit by performing the | Move on to Step 4 | |||
| 4 | FUEL PUMP ACTIVATE DIAGNOSIS | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
| Carry out the active diagnosis of the fuel pump and check that it is working properly | Move on to Step 6 | Pump not working | Move on to Step 5 | |
| 5 | PETROL PUMP ELECTRIC CIRCUIT CHECK | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
Check petrol pump supply and earth | Move on to Step 6 | 1. Connections not correct | 1. Repair the connections | |
| 2. Pump faulty | 2. Replace the petrol pump | |||
| 6 | SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
Check that the fuel pressure is correct | Move on to Step 7 | Pressure not correct | Remove any obstructions from the pipes. If necesssary, replace the pump | |
| 7 | CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATION | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
| Check that the fault is no longer present | End of diagnosis | Fault persists: control unit defective | Replace the control unit |
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