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Service Manual Mitsubishi SQ-Series diesel engines
Version 08/2004
CAUSES OF ENGINE PROBLEMS AND
REMEDIES
ENGLISH
TROUBLESHOOTING
(• Refer to the separate troubleshooting chart.)
Engine vibrates excessively
Engine stalls
Poor response for deceleration
Engine does not pick up speeds
Engine operates at high speeds and does not stop
Engine rotates in reverse direction
Fuel consumption is high
Oil consumption is high
Fuel mixes with oil
Water mixes with oil
Excessive blowby
Abnormality in
lubrication
system
Abnormal
coolant
temperature
Alternator
defective
Remedies
Indicator does not light when engine is not
operating
Indicator lights when engine operates at low
speed
Indicator lights when engine operates at
high speed
Overheating
Low
Indicator does not light when engine is not
operating
Indicator lights when engine operates at
high speed
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Heat oil pan at starting. After
starting warm up engine
thoroughly.
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If bolts must be tightened,
replace gasket.
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Disassemble and replace
crankcase.
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Disassemble and repair.
Replace part(s) if necessary.
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Repair or replace.
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Repair or replace starter if
necessary.
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Repair or replace ring gear.
Replace pinion gear.
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Charge or replace battery. Heat
it if necessary.
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Replace part(s).
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Replace copper packing(s).
Replace glow plug(s), if
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