Engine Cranks But Does Not Run. Chevrolet Chevy C Silverado

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1999 🢒 Chevy C Silverado - 2WD 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E 🢒 Engine Cranks But Does Not Run

Engine Controls Component Views
Cell 21: P100, Camshaft Position Sensor, Crankshaft Position Sensor, and Knock Sensors
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Description

The Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic table assumes that battery condition and engine cranking speed are OK. If the battery condition and the cranking speed are not OK, refer to Charging System Check or Starting System Check in Engine Electrical for diagnosis. Make sure that there is adequate fuel in the fuel tank(s).

Diagnostic Aids

•	Check the duct work between the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor and the throttle body for air leaks.

•	A malfunctioning MAF sensor may cause a no start or a stall after start. If you suspect this, disconnect the MAF sensor. The PCM will default to the speed density in order to calculate the load and the air flow. If this corrects the condition and the connections are OK, replace the MAF sensor.

If the steps above check OK, refer to Symptoms .

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

It may be necessary to connect a battery charger to the battery for this step. If the battery state of charge is low the scan tool may reset during the cranking test.

This step tests the IGN relay for proper operation. The IGN relay supplies voltage to the injectors and the ignition coils. When the IGN relay is not operating properly, a no start condition occurs. If the test lamp does not illuminate, this indicates the IGN relay is not suppling a voltage to the fuses.

The Crankshaft Position sensor is located above the starter.

The Camshaft Position sensor is located at the rear of the engine behind the intake manifold.

The ignition feed circuit for the Camshaft and Crankshaft Position sensors is internally connected within the PCM. A short to ground on either circuit will cause a no start condition.

The fuel cap may need to be removed in order to hear if the fuel pump is operating.

At this point the engine should start. Refer to Hard Start for further diagnosis.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

Important: Refer to the applicable DTC table if any of the following DTCs are set: P0230, P0335, P0336, P0601, P0602, P0604, P1626, P1631, or any communication codes (U type).

Crank the engine for the specified amount of time.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that failed this ignition?

15 Seconds

Go to the applicable DTC table

Go to Step 3

Check the BCM for DTCs related to the Vehicle Theft Deterrent (VTD) system.

Does the scan tool display any BCM VTD DTCs?

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent in Theft Deterrent

Go to Step 4

Monitor the engine speed while cranking the engine.

Is engine RPM indicated on the scan tool?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

Turn ON the ignition leaving the engine OFF.
Probe both sides of the fuses (located in the underhood electrical center) listed below using the test lamp J 35616-200 connected to ground.

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INJR A

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INJR B

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ECM I

Does the test lamp illuminate on both sides of the fuses?

Go to Step 9

Go to Ignition Relay Diagnosis

Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
Measure the voltage at the ignition feed circuit at the CKP electrical connector using the DMM J 39200 .

Does the DMM display near the specified value?

B+

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 7

Disconnect the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor electrical connector.
Measure the voltage at the ignition feed circuit at the CMP electrical connector using the DMM J 39200 .

Does the DMM display near the specified value?

B+

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 8

Inspect the Camshaft and Crankshaft Position sensor ignition feed circuits for a short to ground.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 15

Monitor the engine coolant temperature using the scan tool.

Is the engine coolant temperature on the scan tool close to the actual engine temperature?

Go to Step 10

Go to DTC P0118 Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Circuit High Voltage

Enable the fuel pump using the scan tool.

Does the fuel pump operate?

Go to Step 11

Go to Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit Diagnosis

Turn OFF the ignition.
Install a fuel pressure gauge. Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis .

Important: The fuel pump operates for about 2 seconds when the ignition is turned ON. The fuel pressure must be observed when the fuel pump is operating.

Turn ON the ignition leaving the engine OFF.
Observe the fuel pressure while the fuel pump is operating.

Is the fuel pressure within the specified range?

379-427 kPa (55-62 psi)

Go to Step 12

Go to Fuel System Diagnosis

Perform the following additional inspections:

•	Inspect the duct work between the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor and the throttle body for air leaks.

•	Inspect that the throttle angle is at 0% at a closed throttle. If the throttle angle is not at 0%, refer to DTC P0122 Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage or DTC P0123 Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Circuit High Voltage .

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A malfunctioning MAF sensor may cause a no start or a stall after a start. If you suspect this, disconnect the MAF sensor. The PCM will default to the speed density in order to calculate the engine load and the intake air flow. If disconnecting the MAF sensor corrects the condition and the connections are OK, replace the MAF sensor.

•	Inspect the spark plugs for being gas fouled. Refer to Spark Plug Visual Diagnosis in Engine Electrical. If the spark plugs are gas fouled, determine what caused the rich condition.

•	Inspect for an engine mechanical failure that causes an engine not to start (i.e. timing chain, low compression). Refer to Engine Compression Test in Engine Mechanical 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L/.