Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Test Step 1 - Check DTCs
Before continuing with this procedure, review the TSBs that may be related to a start and stall condition.
It may be helpful to review Secondary Indicators, if a two trip DTCs is present, drive the vehicle to try and mature the DTC to Active.
- Ignition on, engine not running.
- With a scan tool, read DTCs.
Are any DTCs present?
Yes
- Refer to the appropriate diagnostic procedure.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test. PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Go to Test Step Test Step 2 - Check Vehicle Theft DTCs .
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.