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1.2L REVOTRON ENGINE

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2.2 Troubleshooting:

1. Starting Problems

Condition

Possible Cause

Remedy

Engine does not crank

Insufficient

battery

voltage/charge test battery and

charging system.

Clean and tighten battery

connections.

Jump start engine.

Battery or charging system

component faulty. Replace as

necessary.

Engine starter motor defective.

Repair or replace starter as

necessary.

Immobilizer system defective.

(as equipped)

Inspect system and repair as

necessary.

Engine components seized.

Inspect engine components for

seizure.

Attempt to rotate crankshaft by

hand.

Overhaul engine as necessary.

Engine cranks but does not

start

Obstructed air filter or air inlet.

Clean or replace air filter or inlet.

Incorrect valve/ignition timing or

timing belt broken.

Check timing system components

and repair or replace as

necessary.

Faulty spark plugs, wires or

ignition coil.

Check

ignition

system

components for proper operation.

Replace as necessary.

Malfunctioning

engine

management

system

component.

Perform engine management

system diagnostic test as

described in this section of the

manual.

Defective Engine Control Unit

(ECU)

Replace as necessary.

Malfunctioning

emissions

system component

Check tank pressure valve, purge

canister valve and charcoal

canister. Repair or replace as

necessary.

Clogged or faulty fuel filter, fuel

regulator, fuel line or fuel pump.

Check fuel system components,

repair or replace as necessary

Clogged or faulty fuel injectors

Check fuel injector operation.

Replace as necessary.

Improper firing order

Check ignition system and fuel

injector connections. Rectify as

necessary.

Inertia switch tripped or

defective.

Reset or replace as necessary.