SYMPTOM DIAGNOSTIC INDEX [SKYACTIV-G 1.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5]


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•  Verify malfunction symptoms using the following diagnostic index, then go to the appropriate troubleshooting chart.

Diagnostic Index

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No.

TROUBLESHOOTING ITEM

DESCRIPTION

1
Blown fuses
2
Check engine light illuminates
•  Check engine light illuminates incorrectly.
3
Will not crank
•  Starter does not work.
4
Hard to start/long crank/erratic start/erratic crank
•  Starter cranks engine at normal speed but engine requires excessive cranking time before starting.
•  Battery is operating normally.
5
Engine stalls
After start/at idle
•  Engine stops unexpectedly at idle, after start, or both.
6
Cranks normally but will not start
•  Starter cranks engine at normal speed but engine will not run.
•  Refer to symptom troubleshooting “NO.5 ENGINE STALLS-AFTER START/AT IDLE” if this symptom appears after engine stalls.
•  Fuel is in tank.
•  Battery is in normal condition.
7
Engine oil warning light illuminated/message related to engine hydraulic pressure malfunction indicated in display
•  Engine oil warning light illuminated.
•  Message related to engine hydraulic pressure malfunction indicated in display. (Type A or type B instrument cluster)
8
Engine runs rough/rolling idle
•  Engine speed fluctuates between specified idle speed and lower speed and, engine shakes excessively.
•  Idle speed is too slow and engine shakes excessively.
9
Fast idle/runs on
•  Engine speed continues at fast idle after warm-up.
•  Engine runs after ignition switch is turned off.
10
Low idle/stalls during deceleration
•  Engine stops unexpectedly at beginning of deceleration or recovery from deceleration.
11
Engine stalls/quits
Acceleration/cruise
•  Engine stops unexpectedly at beginning of acceleration or during acceleration.
•  Engine stops unexpectedly while cruising.
Engine runs rough
Acceleration/cruise
•  Engine speed fluctuates during acceleration or cruising.
Misses
Acceleration/cruise
•  Engine misses during acceleration or cruising.
Buck/jerk
Acceleration/cruise/deceleration
•  Vehicle bucks/jerks during acceleration, cruising, or deceleration.
Hesitation/stumble
Acceleration
•  Momentary pause at beginning of acceleration or during acceleration.
Surges
Acceleration/cruise
•  Momentary minor irregularity in engine output.
12
Lack/loss of power
Acceleration/cruise
•  Performance is poor under load. (e.g., power down when climbing hills)
13
Knocking/pinging
Acceleration/cruise
•  Abnormal combustion occurs under the condition such as the temperature in the combustion chamber is too high resulting in abnormal noise.
•  Knocking sound occurs from the engine room during acceleration.
14
Poor fuel economy
•  Fuel economy is unsatisfactory.
15
Emission compliance
•  Fails emissions test.
16
High oil consumption/leakage
•  Oil consumption is excessive.
17
Cooling system concerns
Overheating
•  Engine runs at higher than normal temperature/overheats.
18
Cooling system concerns
Runs cold
•  Engine does not reach normal operating temperature.
19
Exhaust smoke
•  Blue, black, or white smoke from exhaust system.
20
Fuel odor (in engine compartment)
•  Gasoline fuel smell or visible leakage.
21
Engine noise
•  Engine noise from under bonnet.
22
Vibration concerns (engine)
•  Vibration from under bonnet or driveline.
23
A/C does not work sufficiently
•  A/C compressor magnetic clutch does not engage when A/C switch is turned on.
24
A/C is always on or A/C compressor runs continuously
•  A/C compressor magnetic clutch does not disengage.
25
Sulfuric smell occurs
•  Rotten egg smell (sulphur) from exhaust.
26
Spark plug condition
•  Incorrect spark plug condition.
27
ATX concerns
Upshift/downshift/engagement
•  ATX concerns not related to engine performance.
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