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Troubleshooting
7.1 Diagnosis Chart
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E
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P/R
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P/A
Causes Section
Cable connection to starter loose or oxidized Electrics
Starter defective or pinion does not engage
Incorrect valve clearance Engine
Leaking injection line
Vent pipe clogged (coolant heat exchanger)
Flame-type heater plug system defective
Injector defective
Air in fuel system (lack of fuel)
Fuel filter / prefilter contaminate
Incorrect lube oil SAE class or quality grade Operating Media
Fuel quality grade not corresponding to specification under 4.2.1
Lack of coolant
Troubles Remedial Measure
Engine fails (or difficult) to start Check P
Engine starts, but runs unevenly or stalls Adjust E
Engine becomes too hot, temperature monitor gives warning Renew W
Engine gives poor performance Clean R
Engine not working on all cylinders Top up A
Engine has little or no oil pressure Lower Level S
Engine oil consumption excessive Bleed L
Engine smokes – blue
– white
– black
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Engine Preservation
8.1 Preservation
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