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Car wont start and Code 86 #1034865 09/22/11 09:58 AM
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 167
BAZINGA Offline OP
Wheeler
Just jumped into my car to head home, and it wouldn't start. Got a tow home. The battery has a good charge. Checked the error codes via the engine light and returned only 1 code: 86
Couldn't find what this was.
No idea where to start. One minute it was ok, now its not.
AAARRRGGGHHH!!! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Its a 99 auto

forgot to mention that by dead/wont start, I mean it wont even crank over. All the lights on the dash come on.

Last edited by werd; 09/22/11 10:20 AM.

99 Auto Sportage. Wildcat Extractors, Lukey Turbo Muffler, Warn manual hubs, K&N Air filter, Tyres 30/9.5/15, Ironman 40mm springs, KYB front struts & rear shocks, GME TX3220 UHF radio, dual battery system. Twin 10" electric fans. Next Job: Body lift
Re: Car wont start and Code 86 [Re: BAZINGA] #1034866 09/23/11 05:40 AM
Joined: Sep 2009
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DRX350 Offline
Wheeler
Code 86? Not P0086 or something like that?

87 for OBDI is: 87 Malfunction Indicator Lamp short Circuit.
-OR-
P1486 EGR Solenoid Valve Vent Open or Short.
-Or-
P1586 A/T-M/T Codification

There is NO such code as "86"... Keep in mind you car is an OBDII controlled car.

Here's a list of codes:
trouble codes


"Does this part need to be in there?"

1996 Dodge 1500 single cab / short bed, 5.9 4x4; 2" lift (springs not blocks), C.A.I and more mods to come.
Re: Car wont start and Code 86 [Re: DRX350] #1034867 09/23/11 05:57 AM
Joined: Apr 2008
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BAZINGA Offline OP
Wheeler
It is not a P code as I don't have a reader. I checked the codes via the CEL. After rechecking a dozen times it is definately 86.
I'm about to check the timing belt.


99 Auto Sportage. Wildcat Extractors, Lukey Turbo Muffler, Warn manual hubs, K&N Air filter, Tyres 30/9.5/15, Ironman 40mm springs, KYB front struts & rear shocks, GME TX3220 UHF radio, dual battery system. Twin 10" electric fans. Next Job: Body lift
Re: Car wont start and Code 86 [Re: BAZINGA] #1034868 09/23/11 07:08 AM
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Posts: 167
BAZINGA Offline OP
Wheeler
Well, I undid a few bolts on the top timing belt cover and had a peek inside. Everything looks good. There is tension on the belt.
I tested the power to the starter solenoid and there is voltage.
So, shouldn't the starter motor kick over?


99 Auto Sportage. Wildcat Extractors, Lukey Turbo Muffler, Warn manual hubs, K&N Air filter, Tyres 30/9.5/15, Ironman 40mm springs, KYB front struts & rear shocks, GME TX3220 UHF radio, dual battery system. Twin 10" electric fans. Next Job: Body lift
Re: Car wont start and Code 86 [Re: BAZINGA] #1034869 09/23/11 09:12 AM
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 167
BAZINGA Offline OP
Wheeler
Well, it looks like DTC 86 is "Starter Solenoid/Starter Motor". I remembered an old trick I used on an XC Falcon I had.
HIT THE DAMN THING WITH A HAMMER!!! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />
Problem solvered.
But I will still need to take it off, clean/inspect/repair.


99 Auto Sportage. Wildcat Extractors, Lukey Turbo Muffler, Warn manual hubs, K&N Air filter, Tyres 30/9.5/15, Ironman 40mm springs, KYB front struts & rear shocks, GME TX3220 UHF radio, dual battery system. Twin 10" electric fans. Next Job: Body lift
Re: Car wont start and Code 86 [Re: BAZINGA] #1034870 09/23/11 10:52 AM
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 175
TheGoat Offline
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been hitting the starter on my miata for a year... 1 out of every 5 starts it won't crank.. out comes the 3 foot 1/2 inch extension.. smack twice, start car..

although, i'm surprised we have a CEL for that??


So, i bought an 01 Kia Sportage. before i even drove it, i nick-named it The Goat.. it has been just like a goat.. stubbern at every corner...
Re: Car wont start and Code 86 [Re: TheGoat] #1034871 09/23/11 11:11 AM
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 167
BAZINGA Offline OP
Wheeler
Well, it's not official, there is no record of it anywhere. I know that by using a reader you get more codes. I have seen the same DTC posted in various forums but no resolution. It would be nice to have it confirmed.


99 Auto Sportage. Wildcat Extractors, Lukey Turbo Muffler, Warn manual hubs, K&N Air filter, Tyres 30/9.5/15, Ironman 40mm springs, KYB front struts & rear shocks, GME TX3220 UHF radio, dual battery system. Twin 10" electric fans. Next Job: Body lift

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