Power Solutions International

DTC 16

UnclassifiedStarting

What This Code Means

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ON; Engine will not start or run

Possible Causes

  • •Engine speed is greater than 90 RPM and the crank and/or cam cannot synchronize within 4 cranking revolutions
  • •Crankshaft and/or camshaft position sensors not securely connected to harness
  • •Crankshaft and/or camshaft position sensors not securely installed on the engine or brackets are loose
  • •Open circuit in crankshaft and/or camshaft position sensor circuits wiring

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Check that the crankshaft and/or camshaft position sensors are securely connected to harness
  2. 2Check that the crankshaft and/or camshaft position sensors are securely installed on the engine, and all brackets are tight
  3. 3Check crankshaft and/or camshaft position sensor circuits wiring for open circuits

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