DIY -How To Diagnose No Spark No Start. Bad Crank Sensor? FREE SBQM VIDEO

1999 Honda Civic with no crank no start.
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[@johnsoper7649]

The relevancy, quantity and quantity of information here meets and exceeds anybody’s wildest expectations for people who value learning and growing in knowledge and discernment, and intuition,. This is coming from a guy 74 years old who is cross training into automotive diagnostics. Matt is a really good model and teacher.

[@jackkitchen1471]

Nothing better than investing in the younger ones. Hats off sir. You explain everything in detail and I watch with intentness. Awesome video

[@legallass9905]

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[@SchrodingersBox]

Thank you so much baby!!

[@joecraigslist9467]

TDC -Top Dead Center sensor. Trigger 4 times per engine cycle. Once at every cylinders top dead center. TDCP -One of the wires for the TDC sensor TDCM -The other wire for the TDC sensor CKP Crankshaft position sensor. Triggers 24 times for every engine rotation. CKPP -One of the wires for the CKP sensor CKPM -The other wire for the CKP sensor CYP -Cylinder Positions Sensor Triggers once every engine cycle at top dead centre of cylinder #3. CYPP -One of the wires for the CYP sensor CYPM -The other wire for the CYP sensor

[@SchrodingersBox]

Looks right to me!!

[@iam1smiley1]

So many acronyms in automotive....my brain is starting to swim 😂 Thank you.

[@mike-vw1zn]

Good to see there is someone like you , who is not a parts replacer, this problem with most mechanics would be in the $500 dollar range with parts and labor . Maybe even more. Having just replaced a crank position sensor on a 2003 silverado it was definitely a challenge to say the least. I got lucky with only replacing a oxygen sensor then the crankshaft sensor which was the problem. Your video was so interesting in your diagnostic testing. Your a smart dude and thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@angeldavidbustillo243]

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[@007111]

I am a 60 year old tinkering mechanic, I do not own a scope ,just the tools shown in the video. I’ve learned more in this video than all the rest that I’ve seen!! ❤ Nice! Great Job!

[@SchrodingersBox]

Great to know!! Thanks!!

[@patsuddarth1093]

@@SchrodingersBox , I am having a no crank, no start issue, after I changed my ignition switch. Before I replaced it, it only cranked. Before all this, I had a blown head gasket, my ECU malfunctioned & my BCM. Had to replace & reprogram both modules. I replaced my alternator, starter, battery cables, relays, & all fuses. Even replaced my crankshaft position sensor, still only cranked. But now, since the ignition switch swap, the dashboard only lights up. I was getting that service theft deterrent system, when I put the key in ignition. So, I replaced my malfunctioned aftermarket alarm & got a new key. Still nothing, but I didn't replace the passkey module, that's around the key cylinder. I hooked up my scanner, the module didn't throw any codes. But, for some reason, I still get the P 0633-00, theft deterrent key not programmed, when I program the key with that 30 minute passkey procedure. Do you have any idea why this is happening, when I basically have my van a major tune up. I have new spark plugs, wires, and ignition coils. I think my van is in theft mode, cause of the key code. And, when I put the key in the ignition, the computer shuts my ignition system down. I thought about replacing the park/neutral safety switch, cause my van just stopped cranking, after I replaced the ignition switch. I took the switch back, & exchanged it for another. Same thing, nothing. The brand is, that standard ignition switch.

[@SchrodingersBox]

Just start with the basics- since you changed the ignition switch, what is the control side relay voltage showing with key on vs key off?

[@patsuddarth1093]

@@SchrodingersBox , I only have a volts meter. So, I will have to check it out with that. I just ordered a power probe. Should get that in a few days. I just found the diagram for my van. So, will take probably a day or 2, to study/go over it. Will let you know when I find out.

[@patsuddarth1093]

Hello, I finally got it to crank. I discovered my aftermarket ignition switch was defective. So, grabbed an A Delco, one. Also, I am not getting no spark. Have fuel and compression. However, got the P0118, P0443, P0223, & P0122. However, when I resolve the no spark issue, it should fire up. I already replaced the coolant sensor, but code came back, after I cleared it. Need to get a new throttle body or throttle sensor, & purge valve solenoid. So, what do you think, Sir?

[@JesusBAlves]

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[@SchrodingersBox]

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[@SchrodingersBox]

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[@spinology1]

@@SchrodingersBox It won’t let me contact you on there, when I hit submit on your contact us page it says ‘error please try again later’ Thanks Matt

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[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

Nice clean diag. I have done this one before on a friend's Civic but it had NO compression to the point where after getting the ICM installed had to squirt oil into the cylinders to get it to run. There was so much fuel in the engine that the oil was all washed off of the cylinder walls. Once we did get it started it ran fine but told him to change the oil before driving it.

[@mohammedmoaiti4190]

I have never seen an accurate diagnostic video like this before! so I really appreciate that. You did a great job

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[@whitetiger8652]

Thanks Matt! Great troubleshooting as well as great detailed explanation of the how and why of the issue.

[@SchrodingersBox]

Thanks! Good to hear from you as always!

[@humbertomarquez4497]

This was amazing. I like how you combine the scientific method into the mechanics, going deeper it gave me insight to functionality of electric principles underlying the major components like the distributor in this case. I feel like I understand really well how a distributor works now.

[@SchrodingersBox]

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[@SchrodingersBox]

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[@8953147]

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[@SchrodingersBox]

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[@SchrodingersBox]

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[@lmstuber6044]

Been watching your vids for a few years , I'm a keen diy mercanic just work on my own car ....really really good instructional video

[@SchrodingersBox]

Cool, thanks!

[@Dishsoapdirt1976]

THANK YOU! My 2001 Honda Cr-V has an intermittant Crank but No Start when it's cold outside (below 47F). I've been looking at the same wiring diagram (basically, honda). Tomorrow I'll use this info to crack on. I've really been at a loss. I've thrown way to many parts at this (despite doing my best to diagnose things - also used your videos for fuel system issue). Not sure if it's wiring or PCM issue at this point. The distributor is new & had the issue before. One thing I'm runnning up on is the blk/yel wire from coil to 15A fuse has continuity to ground. Does not when I pull the fuse. Not sure if thats OK - but I''ll use your technique to pull it down. Thanks again!!! Your videos are EVERYTHING!!! So good! I tried using "JustAnswer" auto mechanics "experts". Terrible experience. Very generalized and turned out to be A.I. chatbots anyway. Do you offer a pay-to-ask service? Anyway - keep at it!!! You are amazing!!!!

[@georgekoulianos2489]

Thank you for your patience and the education that you provide thank you 😊

[@SchrodingersBox]

My pleasure!!

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[@SchrodingersBox]

Thanks Andy, as always!!

[@labradormcgraw]

@@SchrodingersBox You're most welcome, as always.

[@mikesabin8568]

Awesome video as usual. Excellent explanation and demonstration of concepts.

[@SchrodingersBox]

Glad you liked it!

[@briantrueman3505]

The Honda system is known as the P.G.M.F.I. Sequential fuel injection , the ignition module is a very common fault and although it looks quite complicated to check it’s not half as bad as it looks, the fact you had a pulse at the injectors tell you that the cam and crank sensors are ok , I’ve got a detailed breakdown of the system somewhere in my tool box I’ll send you a copy when I come across it, it may help in the future cheers

[@maleko_1237]

Is there a way you can send me the detailed breakdown?

[@cmte.brazinazzo2061]

It doesn't look like.

[@nathantechnician2475]

Great video as always, the only videos I like before playing them. The content is amazing Sir

[@SchrodingersBox]

Hahaha I appreciate that. I did notice there are quite a few people who like them within second of release. More interesting though- there are a few people who dislike them within seconds of release. these are people who obviously subscribe, but dislike each video lol. how funny!!

[@johnmwangi6291]

Yes sir... what a blessing you are to us.. thanks 🍻

[@SchrodingersBox]

thank you my friend. You are always one of the first to watch hahahah. By the way another new video coming up monday on SBQM besides this one! that Ford Edge with the alternator issue came back AGAIN!!!

[@ws2664]

Very good presentation, I have been dealing with Honda and Toyota Igniters since the early 80's and I have replaced a million of them over the years, hardly any coils. Just so you know, back then they made really good parts, they don't any more so unless it's original Honda or Beck Arnley it probably won't last so keep that in mind if it quits 6 months from now you might have to do it again so make sure you keep the reciet.

[@SchrodingersBox]

Good to know!!

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[@SchrodingersBox]

I appreciate that!

[@chestypuller9614]

Thanks for the knowledge

[@mltndeal5120]

I'm new viewer to your channel. Algorithm from KZbin got me here😂. But I liked your video about the 'no start issue' with the car. I had a better understanding of the ignition problem. I have a 1997 Chevy cavalier which I had given up on, it was parked for 2 years after the diagnostic tool indicated I had bad PCM. So I bought a brand new one from O'Reilly's. Then it was recommended that I get it flashed. I went to two GM dealerships about flashing my car's PCM but they told me my car is obsolete and that it's too old and they only flash (reset) a vehicle's computer for 2000 yr and newer. 🤷. So I went to the junkyard to get a used PCM and my car started. (My car started to have anti-theft activation which I was overriding by doing the 10 minutes intervals 3x, {prior to my breakdown in 2021} until the theft light stops blinking and it was working for awhile until the 'no start happened' no one could figure out what was wrong with my car) One day probably 2 months ago a coworker at my job came over to my house and he tested my fuel pump relay and determined I had a bad wire. So he took out a small section of the bad wire near the firewall. And suddenly my car's fuel pump engaged (but he didn't bypass the fuel pump relay it remain intact). The only thing now is the anti-theft light stays on, but the car runs. Only issue I have is the car has hard starting issue. I suppose it is the fuel injector problem, I do see the leaks in all four fuel injectors. I ordered 4 brand new injectors so I plan to replace them. The car runs good after it starts. Once in awhile the anti-theft activates when I have a starting problem....then I have to wait 10 minutes for the anti-theft light to go off. I did see a KZbin video where they said the anti-theft wire the middle wire can be cut to get rid of the problem for good. What is your take on the anti-theft activation problem? People suggested I put Seafoam in my gas tank because of the stale gasoline... yeah it seems to hv help clean out my fuel system, but I really suspect the fuel injectors are bad. The car runs good when I hit the hwy. The anti-theft situation I have no clue how to fix it. I keep overriding the anti-theft with the 'ignition-on' and waiting 10 minutes...it's a hassle. But most of the time I managed to start the car without activating anti-theft. Yes I felt like pushing my car off a cliff in 2021 after anti-theft system and fuel pump failed to engage. If anyone knows anything about anti-theft problems with 97 cavaliers give me a holler. My cavalier is my commute to work.

[@dumisanitembanimtisi8411]

That was great,really appreciate yu. I've learnt a lot frm yu guys stay blessed

[@patrickregan6852]

enjoyed your video matt, very helpful

[@weldingjunkie]

Great video Matt. Typically it’s always best to ground on the battery vs a sensor ground or any other ground due to possible voltage drop when using an oscilloscope. Thanks for sharing, excellent.

[@SchrodingersBox]

Very true- the reason I did the sensor ground is it lets me test both wires at the same time.

[@weldingjunkie]

@@SchrodingersBox I forgot to channels or kind of talk to do that with. I have the ATS escope where you ground it and all 8ch are free to be used on Powers & grounds. Pico is amazing tho too. Very good scope

[@dannylinc6247]

Hondas have relays before the igniter. The relays I've found on older ones were up in the instrument panel and difficult to access. Cars cranking endlessly without spark out in the field that I've gone to check, needed main relays alot. The internals of the relays looked as though they were poorly soldered. Others had igniter issue. That's a "what has been fixing them?" comment from experience. But fuses are a must check, no brainier. I had a Honda in the pitch black dark for a lady in a parking lot at a shopping center parking lot. No light to see by, and she had three dollars to her name, left for the month. The dollar store was nearby. We took the three dollars and bought a flashlight and batteries. I went to investigate her weird sudden no start. System prechecks are always a must. (Ford factory training) One of her fuses was missing. I think it was a 10 amp? A red ATC. We put one in there. Started and ran. Happy motoring. Where did her fuse go? FIIN. You can't leave a car unattended in some parts of the city. She could have caught a ride and returned to God knows what the next day. This place didn't even have the basic lights to see by in their shopping center. (Democrat run area) Her cars interior lights were also defeated or bulbs had failed. Good thing she still had a few bucks for a basic need in her neighborhood. A light to see with and a spare fuse.

[@tipshikes3682]

Got same problem had problems with it cranking weird not wanting to start and now I’ve put a new battery in that’s not it took it back this definitely helped all have to check this now.

[@charlesgould8436]

The electrical and fuel trims are my fav.!

[@skunqly]

You are the best on here omg 👏👏👏👏👏 every single of them is very helpful

[@SchrodingersBox]

Glad you think so!

[@skunqly]

What I meant was not only here the way you are explaining is perfect and very professional you know what you are doing not everyone is like you you are very talented that’s all very professional bravo that’s all I can say

[@IngeIPI]

Very nice diagnostic demonstration. I take my hat off to you, sir. Wish I had found out about your channel a long time ago, not last week. I had an intermittent ICM failure during 4 months last year on my 99 Honda Accord V6. 2 shops and 3 different electricians couldn't diagnose, until it finally gave out completely. A DIY mechanic friend of mine diagnosed it doing a similar coil test, and ruling out injection or fuel pump. Many videos had led me to believe the main relay was faulty, but again, this friend of mine simply observed if the immobilizer light in the dashboard worked with the relay disconnected, didn't, so he immediately ruled out a bad main relay.

[@MrHernanliom]

You replaced the main relay and it got it fixed ?

[@arthurlull8681]

🎉merry Christmas matt❤🤓👍🏻

[@SchrodingersBox]

Thank you!! Merry Christmas as well!!

[@ritmoalfa6051]

I been working for weeks on a 2000 prelude with a similar problem. Even changing the whole distribuidor and I can’t get a spark from that. When the initial concern on the Honda dealer was the immobilizer control. That what they sold me and they cannot fixed after almost 2 months so I decide to start trying myself. I’m getting a better idea of how. Thanks

[@rosewd2]

I have a 88 mercedes 300se with this problem. You'd stop to get gas and the car wouldn't start. Sometimes some starter fluid would fire it off, then it would run. Finally i saw a video from a mercedes tech with the same car and problem. The crank shaft position sensor would heat soak when the car was shutoff hot. Then the ignition control module would not fire properly or good enough to start the car. I changed the crank sensor after measuring the resistance on the hot sensor like the tech did and replaced it. Engine ran fine after that. I didn't take notice of the tach not working in my car, interesting to note that.

[@faygoschnick5686]

Great video

[@rosewd2]

My mercedes since it was 88 was pre obd2, i didnt have the star tool for the mercedes connector. I had an ignition control module - expensive, the crank sensor connected directly to that. Took that to multiple shops snd they were chasing their tail trying to figure it out when the car was running. Apparently the hood had to be shut on a hot car to get the crank sensor in failure mode.

[@jmontman]

As an amateur scientist I can fully appreciate you using the SM. I am glad that you are so passionate about going through all the steps. Also I don't know how much you were charging this young man but if you were charging the typical $100-$150/hour wouldn't have been cheaper for him if you ordered a $70 distributor from Amazon and stuck that in? If it didn't fire up then you still are able to run your test. Just a thought. still a great video, you definitely know your stuff.

[@SchrodingersBox]

Thanks for the comment. I don't think it would be cheaper or better to just guess on a distributer for several reasons. First- the only reason we would even think to guess on a $70 distributer is because we only know the distributer was the issue AFTER watching the video. There is every reason otherwise to guess on a $50 fuel pump, or a $5 box of fuses for that matter, or a $25 crankshaft position sensor. The second reason is while I wait two days for the distributer to arrive and the car is taking up my garage space because it won't run AND charging an hour install for the distributer- if the car still didn't start, thats two days lost and $70 I have to swallow plus $100 labor I have to swallow and I am back to square one. So much better to diagnose thoroughly, charge more for a part I can get same day, and the customer gets car back quicker and guaranteed fix while I get paid optimally and maximize my garage space for other revenue generation.

[@arthurlull8681]

Hey Matt...all great 👍I actually had one of those days with that particular system and...distributor ciesed up and broke 😢😳🙄

[@giopirmisashvili5514]

Thank you

[@mfreiher]

Hi Matt, was just woundering if you did use a diagnostic tool to see what faults it had?

[@fernandohood5542]

Crank and Cam position sensors are the key to the control of the engine. Some engine have missing tooth on the crank for a reference to TDC...Once the computer has crank and cam information it knows exactly the position of each cylinder at a specific time and knows what to do in relation to ignition and fuel. I learnt all of this the hard way while designing a knock control system that listens for know only during the power stroke. It also determined which cylinder was knocking.

[@ernestkoranteng2400]

I seriously need your help, I have 2008 Nissan note, this start but unable to accelerate, when I press the accelerator Paddle it does respond, I've change the padle, the ECM and the throttle but it still won't work

[@fernandohood5542]

@@ernestkoranteng2400 Use a scan tool to look at the fuel trims. Look at the o2 voltage at WOT. Check that the 02 sensor oscillates using the graphing function and also read any codes.

[@charlesgould8436]

Have you seen the fiat 2.4 with only an exhaust cam and the intake is solenoids? I think the cam was exhaust side for more computer control.

[@user-ft5vv3ri1f]

Thank you very much I love SB. How do I get copies of wiring diagrams for that particular vehicle because I'm doing the same thing right at the moment and haven't found the issue yet tested coil ICM ignition switch main relay you have given me the idea that I need to check sensors again thank you very much

[@SchrodingersBox]

I use AllData DIY for wiring diagrams.

[@fire7765]

Good job

[@musaalgheriany8917]

Absolutely a very useful video. Thank you so much 💓

[@a-aron955]

Thank you for your videos

[@SchrodingersBox]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!!

[@randychutaro1607]

I love to try what you teaching

[@SchrodingersBox]

Thats when you will really learn it!!

[@Netherlands031]

Long time viewer here, thanks for the content, but I'm wondering about some things. 24:30 you have your test light connected to the switched side of the injector, and the alligator clip of the test light to ground (not shown in your illustration). Aren't you turning on the injector now? Is flooding the cilinder not a problem? Also at 11:24, how much inrush current does that light bulb use, an amp? Isn't there a possibility of frying the pcm/a sensor this way?

[@SchrodingersBox]

great question, actually really great one. no I am not turning the injector on because there is not nearly enough amperage to fire the injector. with my incandescent test light, only 250ma flows and with my LED one I believe it’s only 20ma or so. it requires about an amp to activate the injector solenoid. if I used a jumper wire directly from the injector ground to battery negative, yes then it would operate. IN FACT- that’s a test I will sometimes do to confirm injector operation: I will put a fuel pressure gauge on the rail and prime the rail- then briefly grounding out the injector, I will see a drop in fuel pressure proving the injector not only fired, but it also flowed fuel. also because the PCM is used to an amp of draw, I am not worried about frying it with my testlight. even if I use a jumper wire I wouldn’t fry the PCM because the power comes from a fused source directly from battery and my grounding is after the load. the only way you would fry the PCM is if you, say, jumped the connector with a jumper wire or paper clip or something and then ran the car so the PCM closes ground and you would then put the power directly through the ground with no load in between and it would blow the transistor in the PCM that is making the ground since it is the weakest link. it’s the reason why pcm’s usully do ground side control- much safer.

[@arthurlull8681]

You & sma...are the best

[@joemerlongcob9492]

Sir pls do explain the distributor with 7 wire in nissan..thank you so much..i have no spark issue..

[@bymarcatholictinkering]

Excellent

[@sirlollododpref]

Awesome stuff!!

[@davidessien5465]

Nice video

[@boosted_streetz8147]

Awesome video! I'm trying to chase down a gremlin myself on my 2000 honda prelude. Has good compression, fuel, but not getting spark on cylinder 4. Has an obd1 distributor converted to coil on plug. Swapped coils and plugs, still no spark on cyl. 4. I'm leaning towards bad sensors inside the distributor, the cyp sensor

[@SchrodingersBox]

What “sensors” inside the distributer are you suspecting?

[@johnaclark1]

Nice diag, as usual. Is it possible that with no ignition and injectors firing during all that cranking that it was just cylinder wash in one or more of the cylinders or did this car turn out to have a real compression issue?

[@SchrodingersBox]

oh wow what a great thought!!! ok I admit I never thought of that but indeed I did do a compression test on it and it has a weak cylinder. but damn- I will consider that in the future. that’s absolutely a potential variable. Man I love these comments!!!

[@GripFreak]

That is great thinking!

[@mrfrenzy.]

Maybe you would get a better spark on the testlight if you ground the secondary/body on your coil.

[@stuckinmygarage6220]

That was fun! 👍

[@jeremyrainwater2175]

Love your videos. Ask you a question. I was trying to figure out why my 2006 Ford Ranger 3.0 would skip after i changed plugs and wires. I thought i wasnt getting a spark and so i pulled out a plug from the coil and it ended up falling from my hand. It landed on the 4 wire hardness! It was sparking all theough that coil harnesses. You think i messed up my computer? Or do you think i need to put all new plugs in and a brand new coil and wires all Motorcraft? My belt also was squilling when it was running. So i 1m just wondering where would you go from here? I havent done anything else just yet. Its hard finding this on youtube!!!! Plesse help me! You are my top online learning mech

[@SchrodingersBox]

I would start with the simplest test first by seeing if there is signal from the PCM to the coil.

[@Soldier4Christ96]

That was good thank you

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Top video

[@nickluckleek2445]

Hi mate you have replied about p0336 you said the pcm what is that please thanks 👍

[@georgebonney90]

Thank you sir 👍

[@SchrodingersBox]

Most welcome!!

[@kabirkhan5344]

Mitsubishi Pajero 2008 model car V6 does not get current in four flags, does it come in two?

[@user-hm3kn9wv5m]

I heard you say something about adding a new high performance optispark etc. may start throughing p0336 codes

[@SchrodingersBox]

I believe I was saying that lots of people blame the optispark incorrectly for causing codes.

[@efrensaclolo7021]

I replaced my fuel pump but my fuel pump gauge is not accurate, I have 28 gallon tank but then when I gas up it will only takes 20 gallon max,so there is Still 8 gallons in the tank but my fuel warning light illuminates and the needle is in Empty I gas ⛽ up but it will only take 20 gallons.How can I fix this?

[@regaladov95]

Where I can find the compression issue video??

[@Keyooshi]

Will a will a bad crankshaft speed fluctuation sensor (CKF) cause a crank yes but no start on a 2001 Honda CRV? Not the camshaft position sensor in the distributor, the sensor down with the timing belt. I have a mystery crank no start when it stalled half way to work. Original only code was P0108, Manifold Absolute Pressure / Barometric Pressure Circuit High. I replaced the MAP sensor twice, 1 used, 1 new, no luck. I have spark on all 4 (same when swapped with 2 new and 1 used distributers, same issue). Plug wires ohm'd out correctly for length. Cleaned plugs, replaced plugs. Fuel pumps rapidly out of fuel rail inlet. All injectors pulse, removed them and they feed gas to a paper towel, BUT if i pour gas directly in the manifold, it will start and run like crap for about 10 seconds if I rapidly floor and release the throttle. Removed the valve cover gasket and checked timing belt all the way around Belt is good and intake and exhaust line up correctly. No missing teeth or damage. Was considering replacing the CKF sensor and a new timing belt since I would be there anyway.

[@SchrodingersBox]

Yes it could. What’s the voltage on the CKF signal?

[@randycook7184]

I could use some help on this 2010 chevy traverse no body has been able to figure it out I was driving AND battery saver mode light came on and the truck shut off a mechanic checked it out and said that it would need a new motor so I ordered one he put it in and truck Crunk and ran good for a few minutes and then it cuts off and it keeps kicking off a crank position sensor code changed it 3 times and it is still not working it still keeps popping up the crank position sensor code and won't even crank now any suggestions on what it may be I paid $5,700 for the truck now have $12,000 in the truck (motor n shop bills and it is not running

[@pigeonsil240sx]

1:24:00 since continuity tests are not as good as testing under load would it be best to test these wires using a test light and jumping the other end to battery so if we see a nice bright bulb while loaded we have a better test this way instead of doing those unloaded resistance tests?maybe even step up the bulb wattage some?

[@SchrodingersBox]

yes a lot of people do that but I really don’t like relying on the “brightness” of a test light for quantitative measure. in fact I have a video where the testlight seems perfectly same as off battery voltage but there was a 4V drop causing failure of a wiper circuit.

[@patsuddarth1093]

I wish I could bring my van to you, Sir.

[@SpokesAndVogues]

What state are you located in sir ? If I may ask ?

[@SchrodingersBox]

colorado.

[@carcasscruncher9354]

you sir know your stuff and I am subbing even though I only work on my own vehicle. I have a 2002 chevy astro with a 4.3 in it. I let it sit for 4 days and now it won't start. I have done the armchair mechanic thing and changed out a bunch of parts "because it needed it anyway," lmao, low and behold nothing has worked yet. I am wondering about the camshaft sensor now. I noticed rust on it on the top and all the sides of the sensor. im gonna remove that rust and see what happens, since it is enough rust to throw the sensor off thinking it is reading a distributor rotor. ever seen that be the problem before? thx

[@SchrodingersBox]

does the sensor have ground, signal and reference? that’s all that matters.

[@carcasscruncher9354]

@@SchrodingersBox idk. Any vids on that specific issue?

[@SchrodingersBox]

yes- this one. I used the testlight and dvom to test each.

[@andypandy9045]

You are a legend 👍

[@mcdanielgarageroadservice1045]

can you put in a link for the Cam/crank lesson you talk about in this video. Thank you

[@SchrodingersBox]

Yes it is on www.schrodingersboxqm.com "Cam and Crank Sensor Basics"

[@derekspaar782]

I love your video 1 million times better than scotty Kilmer click Bait video keep up the good work at least you understand car and how they work unlike other people on KZbin

[@SchrodingersBox]

Thanks you!!! yes I have often been called the “anti-scotty” lol. it’s a compliment.

[@derekspaar782]

Lol I like south main auto he knows his stuff and he like scotty as much as you and me lol

[@entrim]

I had this same situation with my 2001 pontiac 2.4. except I wasn't getting fuel. I had a feeling the fuel pump was shot. But I couldn't figure out why the crankshaft sensor wasn't working. And why it wasn't getting spark. To verify that the pump wasn't working I just unhooked the fuel line from the fuel rail . Which I will never do again , that thing was not easy to put back together. So I went ahead changed the fuel pump and it started. But it ran like crap. And I got a code for the map sensor and the hose that connects to the map sensor was rotten. Changed the hose and and got another 50,000 miles out of it.

[@sanelelukhele4849]

Hi Matt, is it possible for the scantool to show rpm even if there's a problem with the crank sensor itself, let's say it's on its way out?

[@SchrodingersBox]

Yes. it’s possible it is pulling RPM data from the cam sensor. depends on the car.

[@KashifJavedForex]

great man

[@arvindracing]

Hi, I need your urgent help to diagnose and fix a crank no start on a 2004 Toyota RAV4 in Fiji Islands. After scanning with a Launch scanner I got the following codes : b1800, b1801, c0246, and c1244. Also note the battery charge light does not come on when ignition is turned on. What I also found out was the there was no continuity between pin 4 of DLC connector and the chasis ground on the right hand side kick panel ( white black stripe wire) however when I put a test lamp on Batt ( pin 16) an pin 4 (chasis ground) the the test lamp comes on. What could be the problem

[@SchrodingersBox]

Sounds like a module problem. I don’t think this car uses CAN yet so I would look at individual module communication but you can’t do it through termination resistance.

[@jriversford]

Hat Matt, I have a 2012 Ford Fusion SEL that had a bad fuel pump after replacing the bad fuel pump with a new fuel pump a ran for less than a month the car started losing fuel pressure had to cut the car off and restart again to keep the car running this morning it cranks but will not start so what should I do to get it running again?

[@SchrodingersBox]

Usually this is from sediment in the gas tank that clogs the new pump. Did you clean the gas tank before replacing pump?

[@AyOub-wg2oz]

Nice work siiir

[@SchrodingersBox]

Thanks!

[@FrancesVester-Morrow]

Hello I have a 2011 Buick LaCrosse CXS that will crank, but will not start and I was wondering is that got anything to do with the ground like the video I saw you do on the truck for the mechanics.

[@SchrodingersBox]

no idea. what is the voltage on the ground?

[@lawrencengu9505]

Like the show, have learned something from you, and thank you. May be less dramatic talk, which could only complicated the direct instructions, and side tracked. Kind Regards.

[@billsmith2212]

Matt : If you want to spend some money , the ATS E Scan Elite will do a relative compression test at the OBD 2 connector , in seconds , also a Volumetric Efficiency Test ( clogged cat , bad MAF ) and a number of other tests . I am sure you have seen Bernie Thompson use it in his videos . However , at $ 1800.00 , a DIY could not justify the expense . And there may be a cost to update . But it's there if you can use it . I see it's all about using diagnostics instead of the parts cannon .

[@SchrodingersBox]

never heard of that. how does it do relative compression through the ALDL? I can’t think that I have ever seen a pid for starter amperage.

[@jimmym9929]

I have an 02 Silverado which has a intermittent no start but starts on the 2nd sometimes 4th try I sometimes have to feather the gas peddle when starting so it’ll catch. I have no idea what this problem could be and it’s driving me crazy I have replaced pcv valve, fuel regulator, fuel pump, fuel filter, purge valve, cleaned throttle body, and cleaned Maf sensor. All I have done is make noticeable change for the better of the vehicle but this intermittent no start is so random it happens cold start warm starts after reverse parking after driving all day and sitting a little awhile even sitting for a day and me just moving it back or forth 5feet and starting it back up. So I am at a loss and does it 2 to 4 times a week or sometimes goes days or weeks without doing it.

[@SchrodingersBox]

ok what data do you have?

[@GEricBromley]

I think you nabbed another paid subscription viewer. Well presented , learned a lot. One little comment. Good thing the ICM was not readily available because you seemed to have forgotten your observation of the loosygoosy distributer . Would have been a shame to install a new ICM into a distributor that was heading for the exit. You are now added to my short list. Pine Hollow and South Main are the others.👍

[@SchrodingersBox]

Honored to be considered amongst such great company!!

[@GEricBromley]

@@SchrodingersBox 👍

[@ekimbrough1413]

Well you're pretty friggin' good!

[@user-nr2pq4rh2x]

Oh ok im confuse when you test the injector to see if it was ground side or power side did you had your test light connected to ground or did you just backprobe it without connecting to ground and then the computer completed the ground ?

[@SchrodingersBox]

The computer completed the ground.

[@danthemanofthelegend9793]

My truck cranks but foesnt start. Starts with the starting fluid and runs well after but if i shutoff, will need starting fluid again to start it... what to do?

[@SchrodingersBox]

You 100% have a fuel problem. Check fuel pressure next.

[@Chives1797]

My car does the exact thing, once I have the time I will text everything here, and if it works I owe you my life

[@dayslife]

loved the science behind it ... By the way distributor price Junkyard $20 ...lol, knowledge is also how to save money .

[@SchrodingersBox]

yeah I used to do the junkyard thing but I don’t do it any more. there is no way I have time anymore. but I used to be there every weekend.

[@andredwaynewilson6203]

Hi DIY Have your ever done a Gdi Lancer cranking but No spark ⚡️ no engine light

[@SchrodingersBox]

Yes. Same exact procedure. It makes absolutely no difference what car it is.

[@therealspixycat]

The reason why they switching the ground is because they can use a simple N channel mosfet and switch that mosfet with signal of about 6 volts on the gate of that mosfer. The other way around to switch the 12 volt means they need 12 plus 6 volt which is 18 volt they have to generate specificly for only driving these mosfets. The could use a P channel mosfet but these are less efficient.

[@alexmessina3383]

So Matt, at the point where the ign input didn't trigger the coil, could we have ohmed out the primary on this system ,, not clear if you could get to the ground side?

[@SchrodingersBox]

Yes that could be done by removing the rotor and cover and accessing coil. it can’t be done from outside the distributer though. it would be a fair test for sure!!

[@alexmessina3383]

@@SchrodingersBox I love the detail Matt because that’s where the learning happens ... ohming the coil is never definitive, especially the often break down under high demand, but short cutting the process in this case also shortcuts the learning

[@SchrodingersBox]

extremely well said my friend. I agree 100%