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HARD TO START/LONG CRANK/ERRATIC START/ERRATIC CRANK [SKYACTIV-X]

HARD TO START/LONG CRANK/ERRATIC START/ERRATIC CRANK [SKYACTIV-X]

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Troubleshooting item

Hard to start/Long crank/Erratic start/Erratic crank
Description
•  Starter cranks engine at normal speed but engine requires excessive cranking time before starting.
•  Battery is operating normally.
Possible cause
Note
•  If the ignition is not switched off or ACC after the engine stalls, and then an engine restart is attempted, the PCM corrects the difference between CKP sensor and CMP sensor signals caused by engine stalling, which may result in more time needed to restart the engine.
•  Engine overheating
•  PCM DTC is stored
•  Erratic signal to PCM
―  ECT sensor No.1 or related circuit malfunction
―  ECT sensor No.2 or related circuit malfunction
―  MAF sensor or related circuit malfunction
―  MAP sensor or related circuit malfunction
―  A/F sensor or related circuit malfunction
―  HO2S or related circuit malfunction
•  Improper operation of drive-by-wire control system
•  Incorrect fuel injection timing
•  Fuel injector malfunction
•  Purge solenoid valve malfunction
•  Contamination in MAF sensor
•  Under the condition in which the engine starts and stops repeatedly while the vehicle is not driven, the fuel injected prior to complete ignition during engine start may drop into the oil pan from the cylinder and mix with the engine oil. The situation in which excess quantities of fuel continue to be injected due to an engine coolant temperature signal error is the same.
•  Intermittent open circuit in PCM ground circuit
•  Poor fuel quality
•  Fuel leakage
•  Air leakage from intake-air system
•  Intake-air system restriction
•  Vacuum leakage
•  Improper engine oil viscosity
•  Erratic signal from CKP sensor
―  Loose installation
―  Damaged trigger wheel (crankshaft pulley)
―  Open or short circuit in related wiring harness
•  Erratic signal from CMP sensor
―  Loose installation
―  Damaged trigger wheel (intake camshaft and/or exhaust camshaft)
―  Open or short circuit in related wiring harness
•  Inadequate fuel pressure (high or low pressure side)
―  High fuel pressure sensor or related circuit malfunction
―  High pressure fuel pump malfunction
―  Spill valve control solenoid valve control circuit malfunction (damage to driver in PCM caused by short circuit to ground system)
―  Spill valve control solenoid valve malfunction (built-into high pressure fuel pump)
―  Relief valve (built-into high pressure fuel pump) malfunction
―  Fuel line restriction
―  Fuel filter clogged
―  Fuel pump unit malfunction
•  Starting system malfunction
•  Low engine compression
•  Improper intake valve timing
•  Improper exhaust valve timing
•  Improper operation of electric variable valve timing control system
―  Intake electric variable valve timing driver or exhaust electric variable valve timing driver malfunction
―  Intake electric variable valve timing motor or exhaust electric variable valve timing motor malfunction
―  Intake electric variable valve timing actuator or exhaust electric variable valve timing actuator malfunction
•  Ignition coil malfunction
•  Spark plug malfunction
•  Exhaust system and/or catalytic converter restriction
•  PCV valve malfunction
•  Injector driver (built-into PCM) malfunction
Possible cause
Warning
•  The following troubleshooting flow chart contains the fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read the following warnings before performing the fuel system services:
―  Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
―  Highly pressurized fuel may spray out if the fuel line is cut. Due to the following dangers occurring with a fuel spray, always complete the “Fuel Line Safety Procedure” to prevent the fuel from spraying.
•  Fuel may cause irritation if it comes in contact with skin and eyes.
•  If fuel ignites and causes a fire, it may lead to serious injury or death, and damage to property and facilities.
―  Fuel is highly flammable and dangerous. Fuel line spills and leakage can cause serious injury or death, and damage to equipment. Always refer to the “Quick Release Connector Removal/Installation (fuel system)” before performing the fuel hose installation, and execute the “Fuel Leakage Inspection” after installation.
Caution
•  Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may possibly cause damage to the fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.

Caution
•  Verify the malfunction symptom according to not only the PID value but also the symptom troubleshooting.

Related PIDs

PIDs

Reference
ECT
(See PID/DATA MONITOR TABLE [PCM (SKYACTIV-X)].)
ECT_VOLT
ECT2
ECT2_VOLT
FUEL_PRES
LOAD_CALC
LONG_FUEL_TRIM
MAF
MAP
MAP_VOLT
A/F_SEN_CUR
HO2S_OUT_VOLT
ENG_RPM
SHRT_FUEL_TRIM
TP_RELAT
VSS

Diagnostic Procedure

Step

Inspection

Results

Action
1
DETERMINE IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS OVERHEATING OR OTHER
•  Access the ECT PID using the M-MDS.
Warning
•  While performing this step, always operate the vehicle in a safe and lawful manner.
•  When the M-MDS is used to observe monitor system status while driving, be sure to have another technician with you, or record the data in the M-MDS using the PID/DATA MONITOR AND RECORD capturing function and inspect later.
•  Is the ECT PID value less than 116 °C {241 °F} during driving?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
The cause of this concern could be from the cooling system overheating.
•  Perform the symptom troubleshooting “COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-OVERHEATING”.
2
VERIFY PCM DTC
•  Perform the DTC inspection for the PCM.
•  Are any DTCs displayed?
Yes
Repair the malfunctioning location according to the applicable DTC troubleshooting.
(See DTC TABLE [PCM (SKYACTIV-X)].)
No
Go to the next step.
3
VERIFY CURRENT INPUT SIGNAL STATUS
Warning
•  While performing this step, always operate the vehicle in a safe and lawful manner.
•  When the M-MDS is used to observe monitor system status while driving, be sure to have another technician with you, or record the data in the M-MDS using the PID/DATA MONITOR AND RECORD capturing function and inspect later.
•  Access the following PIDs using the M-MDS:
―  ECT
―  ECT_VOLT
―  ECT2
―  ECT2_VOLT
―  MAF
―  MAP
―  MAP_VOLT
―  A/F_SEN_CUR
―  HO2S_OUT_VOLT
―  SHRT_FUEL_TRIM
―  LONG_FUEL_TRIM
•  Do the PIDs indicate the correct values under the malfunction condition?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
ECT, ECT_VOLT, ECT2, ECT2_VOLT PIDs are not as specified:
•  Inspect the ECT sensor No.1 and No.2.
MAF PID is not as specified:
•  Inspect the MAF sensor.
MAP, MAP_VOLT PIDs are not as specified:
•  Inspect the MAP sensor.
A/F_SEN_CUR, SHRT_FUEL_TRIM, LONG_FUEL_TRIM PIDs are not as specified:
•  Inspect the A/F sensor.
HO2S_OUT_VOLT PID is not as specified:
•  Inspect the HO2S.
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location.
•  If the malfunction remains:
―  Perform the “Action for Non-repeatable Malfunction” procedure.
4
DETERMINE IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OR OTHER
•  Will the engine run smoothly at part throttle?
Yes
Go to Step 6.
No
Go to the next step.
5
INSPECT DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
•  Perform the Electronic Control Throttle Operation Inspection.
•  Does the drive-by-wire control system work properly?
Yes
Visually inspect the throttle body (damage/scratching).
•  If there is any malfunction:
―  Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
•  If there is no malfunction:
―  Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
6
INSPECT FUEL INJECTOR OPERATION
•  Perform the Fuel Injector Operation Inspection.
•  Do the fuel injectors operate properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
7
INSPECT PURGE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
•  Perform the Purge Control System Inspection.
•  Does the purge solenoid valve work properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
8
INSPECT MAF SENSOR
•  Inspect the MAF sensor for the following:
―  Contamination
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
No
Go to the next step.
9
INSPECT PCM FOR POOR GROUND
•  Verify the PCM ground point condition.
•  Is there any ground point loose or lifting in the PCM?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
No
Go to the next step.
10
INSPECT RELATED PART CONDITION
•  Inspect the following:
―  Fuel quality (proper octane, contamination, winter/summer blend)
―  Fuel leakage
―  Intake-air system leakage or restriction
―  Vacuum leakage
―  Engine oil viscosity
―  CKP sensor, intake CMP sensor and exhaust CMP sensor
•  Installation condition
•  Damaged trigger wheel, intake camshaft and exhaust camshaft
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
No
Go to the next step.
11
INSPECT FUEL PRESSURE (HIGH-SIDE)
•  Start the engine and warm it up completely.
•  Access the FUEL_PRES PID using the M-MDS at idle.
•  Is the FUEL_PRES PID value within specification?
Specification:
•  Approx. 40—60 MPa {408—611 kgf/cm2, 5,802—8,702 psi}
Yes
Go to Step 15.
No
FUEL_PRES PID value is lower than 40 MPa {408 kgf/cm2, 5,802 psi}:
•  Inspect the following:
―  Fuel leakage at the fuel line and fuel injector
―  Fuel pump
•  Perform the Fuel Pump (Low-pressure Side) Operation Inspection.
―  High fuel pressure sensor
―  High pressure fuel pump
•  If there is any malfunction:
―  Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
•  If there is no malfunction:
―  Go to Step 14.
FUEL_PRES PID value is higher than 60 MPa {611 kgf/cm2, 8,702 psi}:
•  Go to the next step.
12
DETERMINE IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS HIGH FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR OR HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP
•  Is the vehicle acceleration performance normal?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Go to Step 14.
13
INSPECT HIGH FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR FOR MALFUNCTION
•  Inspect the applicable part.
•  Is the part normal?
Yes
Go to Step 15.
No
Replace the fuel distributor and perform the repair completion verification.
(See FUEL DISTRIBUTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)
14
INSPECT SPILL VALVE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR SHORT TO GROUND
•  Inspect the applicable circuit for a short to ground.
•  Is the circuit normal?
Yes
Replace the high pressure fuel pump and perform the repair completion verification.
(See HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
15
INSPECT FUEL PRESSURE (LOW-SIDE)
•  Connect the fuel pressure gauge between fuel pump and high pressure fuel pump.
•  Measure the low side fuel pressure.
•  Is the low side fuel pressure within specification?
Specification:
•  545—695 kPa {5.56—7.08 kgf/cm2, 79.1—100.0 psi}
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Inspect the following:
•  Fuel line restriction
•  Fuel filter clogged
―  If there is any malfunction:
•  Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
―  If there is no malfunction:
•  Replace the fuel pump unit and perform the repair completion verification.
16
INSPECT STARTING SYSTEM
•  Inspect the starting system.
•  Does the starting system work properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
17
INSPECT ENGINE COMPRESSION
•  Measure the compression pressure for each cylinder.
•  Are compression pressures within specification?
Yes
Go to Step 22.
No
Go to the next step.
18
INSPECT INTAKE ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DRIVER OR EXHAUST ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DRIVER FOR MALFUNCTION
•  Inspect the applicable part.
•  Is the part normal?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
(See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR/DRIVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)
19
INSPECT INTAKE ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR OR EXHAUST ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR FOR MALFUNCTION
•  Inspect the applicable part.
•  Is the part normal?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
(See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR/DRIVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)
20
INSPECT INTAKE ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR OR EXHAUST ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR FOR MALFUNCTION
•  Inspect the applicable part.
•  Is the part normal?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
(See ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)
21
INSPECT FOR MALFUNCTION DUE TO DEVIATED VALVE TIMING
•  Inspect the valve timing (timing chain installation condition).
•  Is the valve timing normal?
Yes
Inspect for the following engine internal parts:
•  Cylinder
•  Piston ring
•  Intake valve
•  Exhaust valve
•  Such as cylinder head gasket
―  If there is any malfunction:
•  Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
No
Adjust the valve timing to the correct timing and perform the repair completion verification.
22
INSPECT IGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION
•  Perform the Spark Test.
•  Is a strong blue spark visible at each cylinder?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
23
INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR RESTRICTION
•  Inspect for restriction in the exhaust system and the catalytic converter.
•  Is there any restriction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning location and perform the repair completion verification.
No
Go to the next step.
24
INSPECT IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS PCV VALVE OR INJECTOR DRIVER (PCM INTEGRATED)
•  Inspect the PCV valve.
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the PCV valve and perform the repair completion verification.
(See POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)
No
Injector driver malfunction.
•  Replace the PCM.
If the problem remains, overhaul the engine and perform the repair completion verification.
Repair completion verification 1
VERIFY THAT VEHICLE IS REPAIRED
•  Install/connect the part removed/disconnected during the troubleshooting procedure.
•  Has the malfunction symptom been eliminated?
Yes
Complete the symptom troubleshooting. (Explain contents of repair to customer)
No
Refer to the controller area network (CAN) malfunction diagnosis flow to inspect for a CAN communication error.
(See CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK (CAN) MALFUNCTION DIAGNOSIS FLOW [(E)].)
•  If the CAN communication is normal, perform the diagnosis from Step 1.
―  If the malfunction recurs, go to the next step.
Repair completion verification 2
VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION IS CAUSED BY NOT PERFORMING PCM REPROGRAMMING
•  Verify repair information and verify that there is a new calibration in the PCM.
•  Is there a new calibration in the PCM?
Yes
Perform the PCM reprogramming and verify if the malfunction symptom was corrected.
•  If the malfunction recurs, replace the PCM.
No
Replace the PCM.
(See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)