Will not start

Hi,

Since you had a leak and things got wet, I have a feeling the crankshaft position sensor may have been damaged. Do me a favor. I need you to check for spark to the plugs. Here is a link that explains how it's done. Since it won't start when you prime the engine with fuel leads me to believe there is no spark. But we need to confirm that.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Now, if you haven't already, check for diagnostic trouble codes. You will need a scanner to do it. Here is a quick video explaining how it's done:

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

If you don't have a scanner, see if a local parts store will lend or rent one to you. If you do have one and it provides live data, I need you to check for an RPM signal when the engine is cranking. If there is no signal, my first suspect is the crankshaft position sensor.

It is located behind the timing belt cover. I attached a pic of it. Interestingly, the engine will run without a crank angle sensor signal, but will not start. Once the sensor detects TDC, the data is stored until the next re-start.

I attached a test for the sensor. See pic 2

Here are a few links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

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Here are a few links you may find of interest:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-crank-shaft-angle-sensor-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

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Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

I attached two pictures below. One is the fuse box under the hood (picture 1) and the one under the dash (left lick panel). Can you tell me which fuse you are referring to? Also, I want you to remove the fuse and check if there is power available to the fuse. Here are a few links you may find helpful:

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https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

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In the under hood box, there are two ignition fuses, ign 1 and ign 2. Have you checked them? Ign 2 fuse is tied directly to the starter / starter relay / ignition switch

Pic 3 shows the engine fuse under the dash. That powers several engine electrical components. Make sure it is good. Also, check the fuses under the hood indicated in pic 4. Pic 5 shows ignition 1 fuse. It shouldn't shut the engine down but other switched components.

Let me know.

Joe

Hi,

Yes. With the fuse out, only one side will get power. You can check with a simple test light. If the light is dim, that is an issue as well as if it doesn't turn on.

Let me know.

Joe