Effectivity 71-00-02
PA-28RT-201 Page 71-15
December 1, 1978
3C4
CHART 7102. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
Low power and uneven Defective ignition wire. Check wire with electric
running. (cont.) tester. Replace defective
wire.
Defective spark plug Replace connectors on spark
terminal connectors. plug wire.
Failure of engine to develop Leak in the induction system. Tighten all connections and
full power. replace defective parts.
Throttle lever out of adjust- Adjust throttle lever.
ment.
Improper fuel flow. Check strainer, gauge and
flow at fuel injector inlet.
Restriction in air scoop. Examine air scoop and re-
move restrictions.
Improper fuel. Drain and refill tank with
recommended fuel.
Faulty ignition. Tighten all connections.
Check system with tester.
Check ignition timing.
Rough engine. Cracked engine mount. Replace or repair mount.
Defective mounting bush- Install new mounting bush-
ings. ings.
Uneven compression. Check compression.
Low oil pressure. Insufficient oil. Fill sump with recom-
mended oil.
Air lock or dirt in relief Remove and clean oil pres-
valve. sure relief valve.
Leak in suction line or pres- Check gasket between acces-
sure line. sory housing and crankcase.
Dirty oil strainer. Remove and clean oil
strainers.
Defective pressure gauge. Replace gauge.
Trouble Cause Remedy
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