Inspection Procedure 2: Engine Does not Start




COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM


If the engine does not start when the selector lever is in P or N position, the cause is probably a malfunction of inhibitor switch system, transmission control cable, engine system, torque converter or oil pump.

PROBABLE CAUSES




DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE


STEP 1. M.U.T.-III diagnosis code


Either of diagnosis codes P1770 (P0705) or P1771 (P0705) is set, inhibitor switch is defective.

Q. Are diagnosis codes P1770 (P0705) or P1771 (P0705) set?

YES diagnosis code P1770 (P0705) is set : Refer to diagnosis code P1770 (P0705): Inhibitor switch system .
YES diagnosis code P1771 (P0705) is set : Refer to diagnosis code P1771 (P0705): Inhibitor switch system .
Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Transmission control cable check


Check the transmission control cable and inhibitor switch for installation condition.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 3.
Adjust the positions of the transmission control cable and inhibitor switch (Refer to ).

STEP 3. Engine system check


Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 4.
Repair the engine system.

STEP 4. A/T-ECU <4M4> or engine-A/T-ECU <6G7> replacement


(1)Replace the A/T-ECU <4M4> or engine-A/T-ECU <6G7>.
(2)Test drive the vehicle.
(3)Verify that the condition described by the customer exists.

Q. Does a malfunction take place again?

Go to Step 5.
The inspection is complete.

STEP 5. Torque converter check


Check for damaged drive plate, incorrect installation in the input shaft (inserted at an angle) or damaged splines.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Check the oil pump for incorrect installation, damage and etc., and replace the oil pump assembly if necessary (The oil pump cannot be disassembled).
If repair is possible, repair the damaged part. If repair is not possible because the splines on the drive plate or torque converter are damaged, replace it.