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Starting Problem [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Improper fuel (gasoline) in tank Drain tank, flush system, fill with proper fuel
Tank empty or tank vent blocked Fill tank / bleed system. check tank vent
Air in the fuel system Bleed fuel system, elimitate air leaks
Voltage supply malfunction / stop solenoid defective Correct electrical faults / replace stop solenoid
Fuel filter blocked Replace fuel filter
Injection lines blocked / restricted Drill to nominal I.D. or replace
Fuel-supply lines blocked / restricted Test all fuel supply lines - flush or replace
Loose connections, injection lines leak or broken Tighten the connection, eliminate the leak
Paraffin deposit in fuel filter Replace filter, use Winter Fuel
Pump-to-engine timing incorrect Readjust timing
Pre-heating system defective Test the glow plugs, replace as necessary
Injection sequence does not correspond to firing order Install fuel injection lines in the correct order
Cold-start device malfunction Check cold-start mechanism
Low or uneven engine compression Repair as necessary
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Engine Surges at Idle [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Tank empty or tank vent blocked Fill tank / bleed system. check tank vent
Air in the fuel system Bleed fuel system, elimitate air leaks
Pump rear support bracket loose Replace as necessary
Overflow fitting interchanged with inlet fitting Install fittings in their proper positions
Cold-start device malfunction Check cold-start mechanism
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Rough Idle When Engine is Warm [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Improper fuel (gasoline) in tank Drain tank, flush system, fill with proper fuel
Air in the fuel system Bleed fuel system, elimitate air leaks
Pump rear support bracket loose Replace as necessary
Injection nozzle defective Repair or replace
Injection sequence does not correspond to firing order Install fuel injection lines in the correct order
Low or uneven engine compression Repair as necessary
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Engine Misses Under Load [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Improper fuel (gasoline) in tank Drain tank, flush system, fill with proper fuel
Tank empty or tank vent blocked Fill tank / bleed system. check tank vent
Air in the fuel system Bleed fuel system, elimitate air leaks
Fuel filter blocked Replace fuel filter
Injection lines blocked / restricted Drill to nominal I.D. or replace
Fuel-supply lines blocked / restricted Test all fuel supply lines - flush or replace
Loose connections, injection lines leak or broken Tighten the connection, eliminate the leak
Paraffin deposit in fuel filter Replace filter, use Winter Fuel
Pump-to-engine timing incorrect Readjust timing
Injection nozzle defective Repair or replace
Overflow fitting interchanged with inlet fitting Install fittings in their proper positions
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Low Power [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Improper fuel (gasoline) in tank Drain tank, flush system, fill with proper fuel
Tank empty or tank vent blocked Fill tank / bleed system. check tank vent
Fuel filter blocked Replace fuel filter
Injection lines blocked / restricted Drill to nominal I.D. or replace
Fuel-supply lines blocked / restricted Test all fuel supply lines - flush or replace
Loose connections, injection lines leak or broken Tighten the connection, eliminate the leak
Pump-to-engine timing incorrect Readjust timing
Injection nozzle defective Repair or replace
Engine air filter blocked Replace air filter element
Injection sequence does not correspond to firing order Install fuel injection lines in the correct order
Maximum speed misadjusted Readjust maximum speed screw
Overflow fitting interchanged with inlet fitting Install fittings in their proper positions
Low or uneven engine compression Repair as necessary
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Excessive Fuel Consumption [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Pump-to-engine timing incorrect Readjust timing
Injection nozzle defective Repair or replace
Engine air filter blocked Replace air filter element
Injection sequence does not correspond to firing order Install fuel injection lines in the correct order
Low idle misadjusted Readjust idle stop screw
Cold-start device malfunction Check cold-start mechanism
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Engine Cannot be Shut Off [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Voltage supply malfunction / stop solenoid defective Correct electrical faults / replace stop solenoid


Poor Performance, Black Smoke or Low Power [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Improper fuel (gasoline) in tank Drain tank, flush system, fill with proper fuel
Air in the fuel system Bleed fuel system, elimitate air leaks
Injection lines blocked / restricted Drill to nominal I.D. or replace
Pump-to-engine timing incorrect Readjust timing
Injection nozzle defective Repair or replace
Engine air filter blocked Replace air filter element
Injection sequence does not correspond to firing order Install fuel injection lines in the correct order
Cold-start device malfunction Check cold-start mechanism
Low or uneven engine compression Repair as necessary
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Fog-Like Exhaust in Full-Load Range (White or Blue) [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Improper fuel (gasoline) in tank Drain tank, flush system, fill with proper fuel
Tank empty or tank vent blocked Fill tank / bleed system. check tank vent
Air in the fuel system Bleed fuel system, elimitate air leaks
Fuel filter blocked Replace fuel filter
Injection lines blocked / restricted Drill to nominal I.D. or replace
Fuel-supply lines blocked / restricted Test all fuel supply lines - flush or replace
Paraffin deposit in fuel filter Replace filter, use Winter Fuel
Pump-to-engine timing incorrect Readjust timing
Overflow fitting interchanged with inlet fitting Install fittings in their proper positions
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Incorrect Idle or Maximum Speed [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Low idle misadjusted Readjust idle stop screw
Maximum speed misadjusted Readjust maximum speed screw
Overflow fitting interchanged with inlet fitting Install fittings in their proper positions
Cold-start device malfunction Check cold-start mechanism
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Engine Does Not Rev Up [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Improper fuel (gasoline) in tank Drain tank, flush system, fill with proper fuel
Tank empty or tank vent blocked Fill tank / bleed system. check tank vent
Air in the fuel system Bleed fuel system, elimitate air leaks
Fuel filter blocked Replace fuel filter
Fuel-supply lines blocked / restricted Test all fuel supply lines - flush or replace
Loose connections, injection lines leak or broken Tighten the connection, eliminate the leak
Pump-to-engine timing incorrect Readjust timing
Overflow fitting interchanged with inlet fitting Install fittings in their proper positions
Cold-start device malfunction Check cold-start mechanism
Low or uneven engine compression Repair as necessary
Fuel injection pump defective or cannot be adjusted Replace


Injection Pump Runs Hot [Back to Main Menu]

Cause

Remedy
Overflow blocked Clean the orifice or replace fitting