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FAULTS AND REMEDIAL ACTIONS
1.4 General faults
Fault-module
Fault-module
Fault-module
Fault-module
Fault-module
1. Engine does not start
Cause
Remedial Action
Air in the fuel system. Bleed air from the fuel system.
Fuel system clogged with dirt. Clean the filter inlet. If necessary, change filter
box; vent system.
In very cold conditions: failing cold-start system. Flame heater system needs repair (in workshop).
In winter, at temperatures under -5 °C: fuel feed
blocked by ice or paraffin.
Unblock filter duct and fuel filter. Use to winter-
grade fuel. Bleed air from system.
No starter contact / faulty starter unit. Main shift lever in neutral (starter lockout!).
Check power connection of battery starter.
No power supply to electric shut-off. Check fuses and connectors.
2. Engine cuts out
Cause
Remedial Action
Air in the fuel system. Bleed air from the fuel system.
Fuel system clogged with dirt. Clean the filter inlet. If necessary, replace filter
element.
Bleed air from system.
In winter, at temperatures under -5 °C: fuel feed
blocked by ice or paraffin.
Unblock filter duct and fuel filter. Use to winter-
grade fuel. Bleed air from system.
3. Poor engine performance
Cause
Remedial Action
Fuel filter soiled. Replace filter box. Bleed air from the fuel system.
Fuel delivery pump dirty. Clean supply pump and bleed air from the
system (workshop task).
Engine brake is not fully open. Check engine brake (setting and ease of opera-
tion).
Turbocharger: leaky intake system / charger
damaged.
Check intake and exhaust ducts / check
turbocharger (workshop task).
4. Engine produces a lot of smoke
Cause
Remedial Action
Injection nozzles not working properly. Check pressure and spray pattern of nozzles (at
workshop).
Injection volume / start of delivery incorrectly set. Adjust settings (at workshop).
5. Engine causes a lot of noise
Cause
Remedial Action
Imbalance on fan shroud due to soiling. Clean the fan shroud.
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