Effectivity 71-00-02
PA-28RT-201 Page 71-13
December 1, 1978
3C2
CHART 7102. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
Failure of engine to start. Lack of fuel. Check fuel system for leaks.
Fill fuel tank.
Clean dirty lines, strainers or
fuel valves.
Check fuel selector valve for
proper tank.
Check fuel pressure with
electric boost pump ON.
Check mixture control knob
for full rich.
Overpriming. Open throttle and “unload”
engine by engaging starter.
Mixture in idle cutoff.
Incorrect throttle setting. Open throttle to one-eighth
of its range.
Defective spark plugs. Clean and adjust or replace
spark plugs.
Defective ignition wire. Check with electric tester
and replace defective wires.
Defective battery. Replace with charged
battery.
Improper operation of Clean points. Check internal
magneto breaker. timing of magnetos.
Lack of sufficient fuel flow. Disconnect fuel line at fuel
injector and check fuel flow.
Internal failure. Check oil screens for metal
particles. If found, complete
overhaul of engine may be
indicated.
Trouble Cause Remedy
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