Engine light on and will not start

Tiny
ROELIEN
  • MEMBER
  • 2006 FORD BANTAM
  • 1.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 328,000 MILES
When I turn on my ignition all the lights on dash turn on but not the yellow engine light and if I crank the engine it doesn't want to start. Replaced all fuses but not relays. I replaced the camshaft unit and crank unit. I have spark on plugs and fuel at injectors but still won't start.
Thursday, December 30th, 2021 AT 8:17 AM

3 Replies

Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,747 POSTS
Hi,

First, please understand this vehicle isn't offered in the US, so I have very little technical information. However, I will try my best to help.

Based on your description, it sounds like the fuel at the injectors isn't getting into the engine. Do me a favor. See if it starts for a couple of seconds if you use starting fluid. If it does, then we know it is a fuel-related issue.

I don't have wiring schematics for the powertrain management, but in most cases, this is how it works.

At each injector, there will be two wires. Each injector will share one wire that is the same color, and one that is different than the others. The one that is the same color should receive power at all times. To fire the fuel injector, the powertrain control module (PCM) provides a ground path at specific times which actuates the injector to supply fuel.

As I mentioned, that is how many vehicles are designed. Check to see if each injector has a common color wire to it. If they do, then with the key in the run position, check each of those wires for power.

Here is a link that you may find helpful:

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

Let me know what you find.

Take care and Happy New Year.

Joe
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Thursday, December 30th, 2021 AT 11:21 PM
Tiny
ROELIEN
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
Thank you so much. Will let know and happy new year to you and the family.
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Friday, December 31st, 2021 AT 12:03 PM
Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,747 POSTS
Hi,

I noticed I haven't heard from you for a couple of days. Have you been able to make any progress? I'm interested in knowing. Just hoping to get you up and running again.

Take care,

Joe
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Sunday, January 2nd, 2022 AT 5:43 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Sponsored links