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Routine 201 - Cranks Normally But Won't Start

NOTE: Extended cranking due to a "NO START" condition, can load exhaust system with raw fuel. This can ruin the catalytic converter after engine is started. After a "NO START" condition has been repaired, disconnect the thermactor air supply, run the engine until surplus fuel is used up and reconnect the thermactor air supply.
CRANKS NORMALLY BUT WON'T START

SYSTEM & COMPONENT(S) GO TO:
EEC  Quick Test See TESTS W/CODES
IGNITION (ALL TYPES)  Electrical Connections, Secondary Ignition Wires, Spark Plugs Fouled, Ignition Switch See SYSTEM/COMP TESTS
IGNITION (DSII & TFI IV)  Ignition Coil or Module, Rotor Alignment, Distributor Cap, Adapter, Rotor & Stator See SYSTEM/COMP TESTS
IGNITION (DIS/EDIS)  Single or Dual Hall Crank Sensors, Hall Camshaft Sensor Ignition Module & Coil pack(s) See SYSTEM/COMP TESTS
FUEL DELIVERY  Filter, Pump, Contamination in Fuel Lines, Tank (Fuel Supply), Dual Tank Selector Switch, Sender Filter, PFI & TBI Pressure regulator, Injectors & Inertia Switch See SYSTEM/COMP TESTS
FUEL CHARGING ASSY  Electrical Connections, Throttle Linkages See SYSTEM/COMP TESTS
BASIC ENGINE  Camshaft Timing, Compression Check engine mechanical condition
EGR  Valve See SYSTEM/COMP TESTS
EXHAUST  Catalyst Exhaust Visually inspect for blockage