B5.9G, B5.9LPG – Troubleshooting and Repair Manual – Engine Will Not Crank or Cranks Slowly

Symptom Tree  t076

This is symptom tree t076
Cause Correction

Battery voltage is low

Check the batteries and the unswitched battery supply circuit. Refer to Procedure 013-009, the OEM service manual, and Procedure 019-087 in the Troubleshooting and Repair Manual, Fuel Systems and Electronics, B5.9G, C8.3G, L10G-III, Bulletin 3666118.

 

Vehicle is in gear

Put the vehicle in neutral.

 

Fuel door is open or other vehicle interlock systems are active

Close the fuel door and check other interlock systems. Refer to the OEM service manual.

 

Keyswitch circuit is malfunctioning

Check the vehicle, equipment, or vessel keyswitch circuit. Refer to Procedure 019-064 in the Troubleshooting and Repair Manual, Fuel Systems and Electronics, B5.9G, C8.3G, L10G-III, Bulletin 3666118.

 

Starter solenoid is not receiving voltage

Check the battery supply to the starter solenoid. Refer to Procedure 013-009.

 

Starting circuit component is malfunctioning

Check the starting circuit components. Refer to the OEM service manual.

 

Starting motor pinion or ring gear is damaged

Remove the starting motor, and inspect the gear. Refer to Procedure 013-020 and the manufacturer’s instructions.

 

Starting motor is malfunctioning or starting motor is not correct

Check the starting motor operation. Compare the starting motor with the engine and vehicle specifications. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

 

Crankshaft rotation is impaired

Check the crankshaft for ease of rotation. Refer to Procedure 001-016.

 
Last Modified:  05-Jan-2004