FIAT / DUCATO 244eLearn workshop manual · English · Offline edition
Fault diagnosis

D21 ENGINE CUTS OUT WHILST DRIVING

Engines: 2.0 16V, 2.0 JTD 8V, 2.3 JTD 16V, 2.8 JTD 8V
Engines: All listed engines
The engine cuts out unexpectedly whilst driving. It works later on after starting normally.
Engines: All listed engines
STEPOPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUTTEST RESULTS
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check the following, in order:
  • presence of fuel in the tank;
  • wiring on engine correctly fastened to earth;
  • battery correctly fastened to earth;
  • positive battery pole and all leads connected to it correctly fastened;
  • no water in the fuel filter.
Move on to Step 1No fuelIntroduce fuel
Fastenings slack or oxidizedRestore correct fastenings
Water in the fuel tankClean the tank and pipes and replace the filter element Op. 1044B20 FUEL FILTER FILTERING ELEMENT - REPLACE
1CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester output.Check:
  • for errors saved in the control unit.
  • correct operation of the rpm sensor as described in Test 1060GA
See Test 1060G PRESSURE PUMP ELECTRIC CONTROL
Move on to Step 2Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
RPM sensor defectiveChange the rpm sensor Op. 1060G20 RPM AND TIMING SENSOR - R R
Incorrect gap between phonic wheel and rpm sensorChange the rpm sensor Op. 1060G20 RPM AND TIMING SENSOR - R R
Phonic wheel damagedChange the phonic wheel Op. 1024B10 ENGINE FLYWHEEL - R + R FOR VERSIONS WITH MANUAL GEARBOX
2ROAD TEST USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Carry out a road test reproducing the conditions in which the fault occurs, keeping the diagnostic equipment connected.Check:
  • for errors saved in the control unit.
Move on to Step 3Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
3INJECTOR HIGH PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OC that the diesel leaks from the injector recirculation connections are small (seepage) and roughly equal See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 4Considerable leakage from injectorsChange the injectors Op. 1060F10 FUEL INJECTORS
4HIGH PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester output.Check, as described in Test 1060OD that the diesel pressure value is correct See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 12Pressure level incorrectMove on to Step 5
5LOW RETURN PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OA that the tank return pipe pressure is less than 0.5 bar See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 6Pressure above the maximum limit: return pipe to the tank obstructedRepair the pipe and replace if necessary.
Bontaz pressure relief valve defectiveReplace Bontaz pressure relief valve Op. 1060G28 FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR - R R
6LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OB, that the diesel pressure between filter and radialjet pump is between 0.6 and 0.7 bar See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 11Pressure lower than minimum limitMove on to Step 7
Pressure above the maximum limitReplace Bontaz pressure relief valve Op. 1060G28 FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR - R R
7FILTER PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the difference in pressure upstream and downstream of the filter is less0.2 barMove on to Step 9Difference in pressure less than or equal to 1 barChange filter cartridge. Op. 1044B20 ELEMENTO FILTRANTE DEL FILTRO COMBUSTIBILE - SOST.
8LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the supply pump pressure at the filter inlet is between 0.6 and 0.7 barMove on to Step 11Pressure below 0.6 barMove on to Step 10
9LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the pressure difference between the electric pump outlet and the filter inlet is less 0.3 barMove on to Step 10Difference in pressure more than 0.3 barReplace the pipe. Op. 1040B30 FUEL DELIVERY LINE - R R
10LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1040AA, that the pump supply voltage is equal to 12 V and the current uptake is between 2 and 10 Amps See Test 1040A FUEL TANK AND COMPONENTSEnd of diagnosisVoltage < 12 VCheck wiring See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
Current > 10 Amps: Jet pump blockedChange fuel intake unit and clean tank Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GUAGE CONTROL - R + R
11CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Replace the high pressure pump pressure regulator and check that the fault is no longer present. Op. 1060E50 PRESSURE REGULATOR - R REnd of diagnosisFault persistsReset the pressure regulator and continue to Step 12
12CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Replace the high pressure pump and check that the fault is no longer present. Op. 1060E10 PRESSURE PUMP - R RFault persistsContact the Service Department for further information on the problem
Engines: 2.0 16V
Equipment / version codes: BIPOWER [200]
The engine stalls suddenly while in motion (during METHANE operation). It works later on after starting normally.
Engines: 2.0 16V
Equipment / version codes: BIPOWER [200]
STEPOPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUTTEST RESULTS
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check leads are properly tightened to the batteryCheck the battery earth lead is properly tightened and the earth leads are secured to the engine blockCheck that the catalytic converter is not blocked.Check the Injection system relay is correctly installedMove on to Step 1Earth leads looseRestore lead tightness See E1020 EARTHS
Catalytic converter obstructedReplace catalytic converter Op. 1080B62 CATALYTIC CONVERTER - R + R
1CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester connector and check the following at the petrol and METHANE engine management unit in error mode:
  • that there are no faults in the petrol engine management control unit;
  • that there are no faults in the METHANE engine management control unit
End of diagnosisError detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
No communication with the petrol control unitRestore the connection between the engine management control unit and the diagnostic connector See E5030 PETROL ENGINE ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
No communication with the METHANE control unitRestore the connection between the engine management control unit and the diagnostic connector See E5032 METHANE ENGINE ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
Engines: 2.0 16V
Equipment / version codes: GPL [B73]
The engine stalls suddenly while in motion (during LPG operation). It works later on after starting normally.
Engines: 2.0 16V
Equipment / version codes: GPL [B73]
STEPOPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUTTEST RESULTS
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check leads are properly tightened to the batteryCheck the battery earth lead is properly tightened and the earth leads are secured to the engine blockCheck for obstructions in the catalytic converter.Check the Injection system relay is correctly installedMove on to Step 1Earth leads looseRestore lead tightness See E1020 EARTHS
Intertia switch operatedRestore inertia switch
Catalytic converter obstructedReplace catalytic converter Op. 1080B62 CATALYTIC CONVERTER - R + R
1CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester connector and check the following at the petrol and LPG engine management unit in error mode:
  • that there are no faults in the petrol engine management control unit;
  • that there are no faults in the LPG engine management control unit
Move on to Step 2Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
No communication with the petrol control unitRestore the connection between the engine management control unit and the diagnostic connector See E5030 PETROL ENGINE ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
No communication with the LPG control unitRestore the connection between the engine management control unit and the diagnostic connector See E5031 LPG FUEL SYSTEM ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
2CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
With the tester connected to the tester connector, check, in active test mode, that both the supply and return solenoid valves are working properlyEnd of diagnosisSolenoid defectiveReplace the solenoid valve
Engines: All listed engines
The engine cuts out unexpectedly whilst driving. It works later on after starting normally.
Engines: All listed engines
STEPOPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUTTEST RESULTS
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check the following, in order:
  • presence of fuel in the tank;
  • wiring on engine correctly fastened to earth;
  • battery correctly fastened to earth;
  • positive battery pole and all leads connected to it correctly fastened;
  • no water in the fuel filter;
  • correct operation of the anti-judder throttle
Move on to Step 1Lack of fuelRestore fuel
Fastenings slack or oxidizedRestore correct fastenings See E1020 EARTHS
Water in the fuel tankClean the tank and pipes and replace the filter element Op. 1044B20 FUEL FILTER FILTERING ELEMENT - REPLACE
Throttle control defectiveRestore correct operation
1CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester output.Check for errors saved in the control unit.Move on to Step 2Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the tester
2ROAD TEST USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Carry out a road test by reproducing the conditions in which the fault occurs, keeping the tester connected.Check for errors saved in the control unit.Move on to Step 3Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the tester
3INJECTOR HIGH PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OC that the diesel leaks from the injector recirculation connections are small (seepage) and roughly equal See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 4Significant leak from one injectorReplace the injector Op. 1060F10 FUEL INJECTORS
4HIGH PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester output.Check, as described in Test 1060OD that the diesel pressure value is correct See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 12Pressure level incorrectMove on to Step 5
5LOW RETURN PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OA that the tank return pipe pressure is less than 1 bar See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 6Pressure above the maximum limit: return pipe to the tank obstructedRepair the pipe and replace if necessary
6LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OB, that the diesel pressure between filter and radialjet pump is between 2 and 3 bar See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 12Pressure below the minimum limit or above the maximum limitMove on to Step 7
7LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Restrict the pressure regulator valve return pipe and repeat Test 1060OB with the pipe restricted, checking that the fuel outlet pressure is less than 2 bars See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 8Pressure rises to 5 bars: pressure regulator in filter mount defectiveReplace the pressure regulator Op. 1044B10 FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLY - R + R OR REPLACE
8FILTER PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the pressure difference between filter upstream and downstream is less than 1 barMove on to Step 9Difference in pressure more than 1 barChange filter cartridge. Op. 1044B20 FUEL FILTER FILTERING ELEMENT - REPLACE
9LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the supply pump pressure at the filter inlet is more than 2.2 barMove on to Step 12Pressure below 2.2 barMove on to Step 10
10LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the pressure difference between the electric pump outlet and the filter inlet is less 0.3 barMove on to Step 11Difference in pressure more than 0.3 barReplace the pipe
11LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1040AA, that the pump supply voltage is equal to 12 V and the current uptake is between 2 and 10 Amps See Test 1040A FUEL TANK AND COMPONENTSEnd of diagnosisVoltage < 12 VCheck wiring See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
Current > 10 Amps: Jet pump blockedReplace the fuel intake unit Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GUAGE CONTROL - R + R
Current < 2 Amps: Jet pump blockedChange fuel intake unit and clean tank Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GUAGE CONTROL - R + R
12CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Replace the DRV high pressure regulation valve and check that the fault is no longer present Op. 1060E50 PRESSURE REGULATOR - R REnd of diagnosisThe fault persistsReset the pressure regulator and continue to Step 13
13CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Replace the high pressure pump and check that the fault is no longer present Op. 1060E10 PRESSURE PUMP - R REnd of diagnosisThe fault persistsContact technical service for further information on the problem
Engines: All listed engines
The engine cuts out unexpectedly whilst driving. It works later on after starting normally.
Engines: All listed engines
STEPOPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUTTEST RESULTS
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check the following, in order:
  • presence of fuel in the tank;
  • wiring on engine correctly fastened to earth;
  • battery correctly fastened to earth;
  • positive battery pole and all leads connected to it correctly fastened;
  • no water in the fuel filter;
  • correct operation of the anti-judder throttle
Move on to Step 1Lack of fuelRestore fuel
Fastenings slack or oxidizedRestore correct fastenings See E1020 EARTHS
Water in the fuel tankClean the tank and pipes and replace the filter element Op. 1044B20 FUEL FILTER FILTERING ELEMENT - REPLACE
1CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester output.Check for errors saved in the control unit.Move on to Step 2Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the tester
2ROAD TEST USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Carry out a road test by reproducing the conditions in which the fault occurs, keeping the tester connected.Check for errors saved in the control unit.Move on to Step 3Error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the tester
3INJECTOR HIGH PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OC that the diesel leaks from the injector recirculation connections are small (seepage) and roughly equal See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 4Significant leak from one injectorReplace the injector Op. 1060F10 FUEL INJECTORS
4HIGH PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the tester to the tester output.Check, as described in Test 1060OD that the diesel pressure value is correct See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 12Pressure level incorrectMove on to Step 5
5LOW RETURN PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OA that the tank return pipe pressure is less than 1 bar See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 6Pressure above the maximum limit: return pipe to the tank obstructedRepair the pipe and replace if necessary
6LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1060OB, that the diesel pressure between filter and radialjet pump is between 2 and 3 bar See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 12Pressure below the minimum limit or above the maximum limitMove on to Step 7
7LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Restrict the pressure regulator valve return pipe and repeat Test 1060OB with the pipe restricted, checking that the fuel outlet pressure is less than 2 bars See Test 1060O DIESEL FUEL INJECTION SUPPLY TESTSMove on to Step 8Pressure rises to 5 bars: pressure regulator in filter mount defectiveReplace the pressure regulator Op. 1044B10 FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLY - R + R OR REPLACE
8FILTER PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the pressure difference between filter upstream and downstream is less than 1 barMove on to Step 9Difference in pressure more than 1 barChange filter cartridge. Op. 1044B20 FUEL FILTER FILTERING ELEMENT - REPLACE
9LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the supply pump pressure at the filter inlet is more than 2.2 barMove on to Step 12Pressure below 2.2 barMove on to Step 10
10LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the pressure difference between the electric pump outlet and the filter inlet is less 0.3 barMove on to Step 11Difference in pressure more than 0.3 barReplace the pipe
11LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check, as described in Test 1040AA, that the pump supply voltage is equal to 12 V and the current uptake is between 2 and 10 Amps See Test 1040A FUEL TANK AND COMPONENTSEnd of diagnosisVoltage < 12 VCheck wiring See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
Current > 10 Amps: Jet pump blockedReplace the fuel intake unit Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GUAGE CONTROL - R + R
Current < 2 Amps: Jet pump blockedChange fuel intake unit and clean tank Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GUAGE CONTROL - R + R
12CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Replace the DRV high pressure regulation valve and check that the fault is no longer present Op. 1060E50 PRESSURE REGULATOR - R REnd of diagnosisThe fault persistsReset the pressure regulator and continue to Step 13
13CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Replace the high pressure pump and check that the fault is no longer present Op. 1060E10 PRESSURE PUMP - R REnd of diagnosisThe fault persistsContact technical service for further information on the problem