SYMPTOM-WONT-START — Powertrain system fault code: causes, fixes & cost | TroubleAtlas

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OBD-II · FAULT CODE
SYMPTOM-WONT-START.

Powertrain system fault code

SYMPTOM-WONT-START — Powertrain system fault code. It is a medium-severity fault: you can usually keep driving for short distances. The most common cause is read the diagnostic trouble code.

CAN YOU STILL DRIVE? YES, WITH CAUTION

"You can keep driving — for now. 'For now' is doing a lot of work in that sentence."

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SEVERITY
MEDIUM — YES, WITH CAUTION
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01What it means & symptoms

SYMPTOM-WONT-START is a powertrain diagnostic trouble code. It identifies a fault related to The SYMPTOM-WONT-START code appears when the powertrain control module detects that the engine fails to crank and only a rapid clicking sound is heard. This usually points to a weak or dead battery, a. The powertrain control module monitors this circuit or component continuously and sets SYMPTOM-WONT-START when the signal or value is outside the expected range, implausible or missing. This can affect engine performance, fuel economy or emissions and usually turns on the check-engine light. The base function may still work, but performance can be affected, so the fault should be diagnosed. Diagnosis generally means inspecting the related wiring, connectors and power/ground references, then verifying the component against specification with a scan tool.

  • Check-engine light illuminated
  • Possible rough running, reduced power or higher fuel consumption
  • Fault code stored in the control module
02Most likely causes
Ranked from field data — confirmed by ≥2 independent sources.
#Cause
01Read the diagnostic trouble code

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13Technical Service Bulletins & recalls

No technical service bulletins or recalls currently reference SYMPTOM-WONT-START. This section updates automatically when manufacturers publish related bulletins.

14Frequently asked questions
Can I keep driving with SYMPTOM-WONT-START?

YES, WITH CAUTION — get it diagnosed as soon as possible.

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