MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
Engine
Turning the key switch will not operate the
starter
Clutch not pushed in
Battery flat
Switch faulty
Push the clutch in
Charge or replace the battery
Contact dealer to repair or replace
Starter operates but not enough to turn the
engine
Low battery
Bad earth
Thick oil
Charge the battery
Clean the earth lead and tighten
Drain and replace with correct oil
Starter operates OK but does not start the
engine
Air in fuel system
Clogged fuel filter
No fuel being supplied
Glow plug disconnected or not working
Bleed the system
Clean or replace both filters
Fill tank or turn tap on
Contact dealer for repair.
Engine revolutions are irregular
Air in the fuel system
Faulty injector
Fuel pipe leak
Bleed the system
Contact dealer for repair.
Contact dealer for repair
The engine stops at low revolution
Poor fuel injection
Faulty injection pump
Wrong valve clearance
Wrong idle setting
Faulty injector
Contact dealer for repair
Contact dealer for repair
Contact dealer for repair
Contact dealer for repair
Contact dealer for repair
The engine revs. is too high Faulty governor Contact dealer for repair
The engine stops suddenly
Lack of fuel
Faulty injectors
Seized engine due to lack of oil, the wrong
oil or lack of coolant
Sensitivity of safety device is too high
Fill the tank and bleed the fuel system
Contact dealer for repair
Contact dealer for repair
Check safety device or Contact dealer for repair
Clutch
The Clutch slips
Incorrect adjustment
Worn or burnt lining
Adjust to correct free play
Contact dealer for repair
The clutch does not disengage
Incorrect adjustment
Rusty clutch lining
Adjust to correct free play
Contact dealer for repair
6. TROUBLESHOOTING