NO.11 ENGINE STALLS/QUITS, ENGINE RUNS ROUGH, MISSES, BUCK/JERK, HESITATION/STUMBLE, SURGES [SKYACTIV-G 1.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5]


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ENGINE STALLS/QUITS-ACCELERATION/CRUISE

ENGINE RUNS ROUGH-ACCELERATION/CRUISE

MISSES-ACCELERATION/CRUISE

BUCK/JERK-ACCELERATION/CRUISE/DECELERATION

HESITATION/STUMBLE-ACCELERATION

SURGES-ACCELERATION/CRUISE

DESCRIPTION
•  Engine stops unexpectedly at beginning of acceleration or during acceleration.
•  Engine stops unexpectedly while cruising.
•  Engine speed fluctuates during acceleration or cruising.
•  Engine misses during acceleration or cruising.
•  Vehicle bucks/jerks during acceleration, cruising, or deceleration.
•  Momentary pause at beginning of acceleration or during acceleration.
•  Momentary minor irregularity in engine output.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
•  Engine overheating
•  Drive-by-wire control system operates with brake override system
•  PCM DTC is stored
•  Erratic signal to PCM
―  APP sensor or related circuit malfunction
―  CPP switch or related circuit malfunction (MTX)
―  Neutral switch No.1 or related circuit malfunction (MTX)
―  Communication error between TCM and PCM (ATX)
―  ECT sensor or related circuit malfunction
―  Fuel pressure sensor or related circuit malfunction
―  IAT sensor No.1 (integrated in MAF sensor/IAT sensor No.1) 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 air/fuel mixture ratio control operation
―  Intermittent open or short circuit MAF sensor, APP sensor, TP sensor
•  Improper operation of A/C system
•  Improper operation of drive-by-wire control system
•  Throttle body malfunction
•  Incorrect fuel injection timing
•  Fuel injector malfunction
•  Purge solenoid valve malfunction
•  Improper A/F sensor signal
―  A/F sensor malfunction
―  Open or short circuit in related wiring harness
―  Loose installation
―  Exhaust system leakage
•  Main relay intermittent malfunction
•  Poor fuel quality
•  Air leakage from intake-air system
•  Intake-air system restriction
•  Air cleaner restriction
•  Clutch slippage (MTX)
•  Fuel leakage
•  Vacuum leakage
•  Engine mount installation loose
•  Erratic or no signal from CMP sensor
―  Loose installation
―  Damaged trigger wheel (intake camshaft and/or exhaust camshaft)
―  Open or short circuit in related wiring harness
•  Erratic signal from CKP sensor
―  Loose installation
―  Damaged trigger wheel (crankshaft pulley)
―  Open or short circuit in related wiring harness
•  Inadequate fuel pressure (high or low pressure side)
―  Fuel pressure sensor 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 (built-into high pressure fuel pump) malfunction
―  Relief valve (built-into high pressure fuel pump) malfunction
―  Fuel line restricted or clogged
―  Fuel filter clogged (built-into fuel pump unit)
―  Fuel pump mechanical malfunction
•  Low engine compression
•  Improper intake valve timing
•  Improper exhaust valve timing
•  Improper operation of electric variable valve timing control system
―  Electric variable valve timing driver malfunction
―  Electric variable valve timing motor malfunction
―  Electric variable valve timing actuator malfunction
POSSIBLE CAUSE
•  Improper operation of hydraulic variable valve timing control system
•  Spark plug malfunction
•  Exhaust system and/or TWC restriction (PCM DTC is stored.)
•  PCV valve malfunction
•  Check valve (two-way) malfunction
•  Injector driver (built-into PCM) malfunction
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.
•  Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injury or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete “BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION” and “AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION” described in this manual. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION [SKYACTIV-G 1.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5].) (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION [SKYACTIV-G 1.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5].)
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.

Diagnostic Procedure

STEP

INSPECTION

RESULTS

ACTION

1
VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION INCLUDES HARD ENGINE STARTING
•  Is the engine unable to start after it has stalled?
Note
•  If the ignition is not switched off (to LOCK 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.
Yes
If the engine is unable to start, perform the symptom troubleshooting “NO.3 WILL NOT CRANK” and “NO.6 CRANKS NORMALLY BUT WILL NOT START”.
No
Go to the next step.
2
VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION INCLUDES ROUGH IDLING
•  Does the engine idle rough?
Yes
Perform the symptom troubleshooting “NO.8 ENGINE RUNS ROUGH/ROLLING IDLE”.
No
Go to the next step.
3
VERIFY IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS OVERHEATING
Caution
•  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 ECT PID using the M-MDS.
•  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 “NO.17 COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-OVERHEATING”.
4
CONFIRM DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATES WITH BRAKE OVERRIDE SYSTEM
•  Retrieve the PCM DTC using the M-MDS.
•  Is the DTC P2299:00 present?
Yes
Go to the applicable DTC inspection. (drive-by-wire control system operates with brake override system.)
No
Go to the next step.
5
VERIFY PCM DTC
•  Retrieve any DTCs using the M-MDS.
•  Are any DTCs present?
Yes
Go to the applicable DTC inspection.
No
Go to the next step.
6
VERIFY CURRENT INPUT SIGNAL STATUS
Caution
•  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:
―  APP1
―  APP2
―  CPP (MTX)
―  CPP/PNP (MTX)
―  ECT
―  FUEL_PRES
―  IAT
―  MAF
―  MAP
―  O2S11
―  O2S12
―  SHRTFT1
―  LONGFT1
•  Do the PIDs indicate the correct values under the trouble condition?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
APP1, APP2 PIDs are not as specified:
CPP PID is not as specified: (MTX)
CPP/PNP PID is not as specified: (MTX)
ECT PID is not as specified:
FUEL_PRES PID is not as specified:
IAT PID is not as specified:
MAF PID is not as specified:
MAP PID is not as specified:
O2S11, SHRTFT1, LONGFT1 PIDs are not as specified:
O2S12 PID is not as specified:
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
•  If the malfunction remains:
―  Inspect communication error between TCM and PCM. (ATX)
•  Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results if necessary.
―  Perform the “INTERMITTENT CONCERN TROUBLESHOOTING” procedure.
7
INSPECT A/C CUT-OFF CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
•  Perform the A/C Cut-off Control System Inspection.
•  Does the A/C cut-off operation work properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Perform the symptom troubleshooting "NO.23 A/C DOES NOT WORK SUFFICIENTLY" and "NO.24 A/C IS ALWAYS ON OR A/C COMPRESSOR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY".
8
DETERMINE IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS DRIVE-BY-WIRE CONTROL SYSTEM OR OTHER
•  Will the engine run smoothly at part throttle?
Yes
Go to Step 10.
No
Go to the next step.
9
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 part according to the inspection results.
•  If there is no malfunction:
―  Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
10
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 part according to the inspection results.
11
INSPECT PURGE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
•  Does the purge solenoid valve work properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
12
INSPECT CURRENT A/F SENSOR SIGNAL
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Go to Step 14.
13
DETERMINE IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS A/F SENSOR MALFUNCTION OR A/F SENSOR RELATED WIRING HARNESS MALFUNCTION
Note
•  If the inspection in Step 13 is performed, the PCM detects a DTC and performs fail-safe control. After performing the inspection, clear DTCs using the M-MDS.
•  Switch the ignition off.
•  Disconnect the A/F sensor connector.
•  Verify the symptom.
•  Does the symptom disappear?
Yes
Replace the A/F sensor.
No
Inspect the following:
•  Exhaust system leakage between exhaust manifold and A/F sensor
•  Loose installation of A/F sensor
―  If there is any malfunction:
•  Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
―  If there is no malfunction:
•  Inspect the A/F sensor signal circuit.
•  Repair or replace the suspected wiring harness if necessary.
14
INSPECT MAIN RELAY OPERATION
•  Perform the Main Relay Operation Inspection with wiggle the related harness.
•  Does the main relay operate properly?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
15
INSPECT RELATED PART CONDITION
•  Inspect the following:
―  Fuel quality (proper octane, contamination, winter/summer blend)
―  Air leakage from intake-air system
―  Intake-air system restriction
―  Air cleaner element
―  Clutch slippage (MTX)
―  Fuel leakage from fuel line
―  Vacuum leakage
―  Engine mount loose
―  CKP sensor, intake CMP sensor and exhaust CMP sensor
•  Damaged trigger wheel, intake camshaft and exhaust camshaft
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Service if necessary.
•  Repeat this step.
No
Go to the next step.
16
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 approx. 3 MPa {31 kgf/cm2, 435 psi}?
Yes
Go to Step 18.
No
Lower than 3 MPa {31 kgf/cm2, 435 psi}:
•  Inspect the following:
―  Fuel leakage at the fuel line and fuel injector
―  Fuel pump
•  Perform the Fuel Pump (Low-pressure Side) Operation Inspection.
•  If there is any malfunction:
―  Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
•  If there is no malfunction:
―  Go to the next step.
Higher than 3 MPa {31 kgf/cm2, 435 psi}:
•  Go to the next step.
17
INSPECT SPILL VALVE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR SHORT TO GROUND
•  Switch the ignition off.
•  Disconnect the high pressure fuel pump and PCM connectors.
•  Inspect for continuity between high pressure fuel pump terminal A (wiring harness-side) and body ground.
•  Is there continuity?
Yes
Refer to the wiring diagram and verify whether or not there is a common connector between high pressure fuel pump terminal A and PCM terminal 1EE.
If there is a common connector:
•  Determine the malfunctioning part by inspecting the common connector and the terminal for corrosion, damage, or pin disconnection, and the common wiring harness for a short to ground.
•  Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
If there is no common connector:
•  Repair or replace the wiring harness which has a short to ground.
If the malfunction remains:
•  Replace the PCM. (damage to driver in PCM)
No
Replace the high pressure fuel pump.
18
INSPECT FUEL PRESSURE (LOW-SIDE)
•  Connect the fuel pressure gauge between fuel pump and high pressure fuel pump.
•  Is the low side fuel pressure within specification?
Specification:
•  405—485 kPa {4.13—4.94 kgf/cm2, 58.8—70.3 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 part according to the inspection results.
―  If there is no malfunction:
19
INSPECT THROTTLE BODY FOR CLOGGING
•  Is any foreign material adhering around the throttle valve?
Yes
Clean the throttle valve.
No
Go to the next step.
20
INSPECT ENGINE COMPRESSION
•  Measure the compression pressure for each cylinder.
•  Are compression pressures within specification?
Specification:
•  Compression [SKYACTIV-G 1.5]
―  Standard: 888 kPa {9.05 kgf/cm2, 129 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Minimum: 710 kPa {7.24 kgf/cm2, 103 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Maximum difference between cylinders: 151 kPa {1.54 kgf/cm2, 21.9 psi} (300 rpm)
•  Compression [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, European (L.H.D. U.K.) specs.]
―  Standard: 978 kPa {9.97 kgf/cm2, 142 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Minimum: 783 kPa {7.98 kgf/cm2, 114 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Maximum difference between cylinders: 166 kPa {1.69 kgf/cm2, 24.1 psi} (300 rpm)
•  Compression [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, Except European (L.H.D. U.K.) specs.]
―  Standard: 885 kPa {9.02 kgf/cm2, 128 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Minimum: 708 kPa {7.22 kgf/cm2, 103 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Maximum difference between cylinders: 150 kPa {1.53 kgf/cm2, 21.8 psi} (300 rpm)
•  Compression [SKYACTIV-G 2.5]
―  Standard: 954 kPa {9.73 kgf/cm2, 138 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Minimum: 763 kPa {7.78 kgf/cm2, 111 psi} (300 rpm)
―  Maximum difference between cylinders: 161 kPa {1.64 kgf/cm2, 23.4 psi} (300 rpm)
Note
•  Because the SKYACTIV-G retards the intake valve closing timing, compression pressure is low.
Yes
Go to Step 26.
No
Go to the next step.
21
INSPECT ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING DRIVER
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the electric variable valve timing motor/driver.
No
Go to the next step.
22
INSPECT ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MOTOR
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the electric variable valve timing motor/driver.
No
Go to the next step.
23
INSPECT ELECTRIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR
•  Inspect the electric variable valve timing actuator.
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the electric variable valve timing actuator.
No
Go to the next step.
24
INSPECT HYDRAULIC VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION
•  Perform the Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Control System Operation Inspection.
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
No
Go to the next step.
25
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 part according to the inspection results.
No
Adjust the valve timing to the correct timing.
26
INSPECT IGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION
•  Is a strong blue spark visible at each cylinder?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
27
INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR RESTRICTION
•  Inspect for restriction in the exhaust system and the TWC.
•  Is there any restriction?
Yes
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the inspection results.
No
Go to the next step.
28
INSPECT IF MALFUNCTION CAUSE IS PCV VALVE OR INJECTOR DRIVER (PCM INTEGRATED)
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the PCV valve.
No
Injector driver malfunction.
If the problem remains, overhaul the engine.
29
Verify the test results.
•  If normal, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
•  If a malfunction remains, inspect the related Service Information and perform the repair or diagnosis.
―  If the vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting is completed.
―  If the vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, replace the PCM.