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Test A: No Start: Testing

    NOTE: This test is performed when directed here from another SYSTEM TEST or NO-START/NORMAL CRANK symptom under SYMPTOMS in TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES - VILLAGER article.

  1. 1) Attempt To Start Engine
    Ensure Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) switch is closed (button pushed in). Attempt to start engine. If engine does not crank, check vehicle charging and starting systems. See GENERATORS & REGULATORS - VILLAGER or STARTERS - VILLAGER article. Repair as necessary. If engine cranks, go to next step.
    2. NOTE: MIL should be illuminated with ignition on. If not, go to TEST NB  , step  2).

  2. 2) Check MIL During Cranking
    Turn ignition on. Crank engine. If MIL turns off during engine cranking, CMP sensor circuit is okay. Go to next step. If MIL remains illuminated during engine cranking, go to TEST NB  , step  1).

  3. 3) Perform Quick Test

    Perform QUICK TEST . If any DTCs are retrieved, diagnose DTCs as necessary and recheck for no-start condition. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS . If no DTCs are retrieved, go to next step.
    4. NOTE: When checking for spark, always check at more than one spark plug.

  4. 4) Check For Spark At Spark Plugs
    Disconnect any spark plug wire. Connect spark tester between spark plug wire and ground. Crank engine while checking for spark. If spark is okay, go to next step. If spark is not okay, go to TEST JA  , step  1).

  5. 5) Check Fuel Delivery System

    Check fuel delivery volume. See TEST HC  , step  1). If fuel delivery is within specification, go to next step. If fuel delivery is insufficient, repair as necessary.

  6. 6) Check Basic Engine Condition

    Check engine compression, camshaft, valve train and timing belt. Repair as necessary. If engine mechanical condition is okay, go to next step.

  7. 7) Check Air Intake System

    Perform air intake and throttle body diagnostic procedure. See TEST HU  , step  1). Repair as necessary. If by-pass air control system and intake air control systems are okay, diagnose by symptom. Go to SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS under SYMPTOMS in TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES - VILLAGER article.
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