2014 Jeep Wrangler (JK) — Repair Solution

3.6L ERB 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up · Engine

Jeep Wrangler (JK) Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Jeep
Model: Wrangler (JK)
Year: 2014
Engine: 3.6L ERB 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 199,013
Area: Engine
Category: Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up

Customer Complaint

Extended cranking when hot, DTCs for camshaft sensor (customer owns an OBD scan tool).

Problem Summary

Confirmed customer concern: engine light is on, and after a short test drive the car takes 15seconds+ of cranking before starting.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeJEEJK14118
Vehicle2014 Jeep Wrangler (JK)
Engine3.6L ERB 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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