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Engine overheating
1 Coolant level low Add coolant. * Check for leaks. i.e. Water pump, hoses, radiator,
engine block.
2 Restricted radiator Clean radiator. * Check radiator tubes for plugging, rod out or
repair and replace if necessary.
3 Loose belts Tighten belts. * Check for worn pulleys or belts.
4 Overloading engine Reduce load or use lower gear.
5 Defective engine thermostat Replace thermostat.
6 Restricted intake Check air filters and replace as needed.
7 Defective or incorrect water pump Replace.
8 Head gasket leaking into combustion chamber or cracked head Remove head and
pressure test. Repair or replace as necessary.
9 Fuel injection pump or engine timing incorrect. Reset timing.
Blue smoke
1 Piston rings NOT sealing or valve guides worn Perform a compression check and
correct as required.
2 Turbocharger seal leaking on intake side Repair or replace turbocharger.
Fuel in crankcase
1 Engine mounted fuel lift pump seal or diaphragm ruptured - rapid
dilutionReplace/repair engine mounted lift pump.
2 Injection nozzle(s) stuck open - slow dilution Test/replace injection nozzle(s) * Treat
fuel with fuel conditioners such as Stanadyne lubricity formula.
3 Injection pump seal(s) ruptured - rapid dilution Remove injection pump and
repair/replace.
4 Engine valve train components malfunction i.e. broken rocker arm or bent push rod
ect Repair the necessary engine components.
These simple checks will help keep your engine running at its peak performance and
fuel efficiency, thereby saving you money and down time.
As you run through these checks, if you find it's time to replace a few parts visit our
online store. Our online store is open 24/7 parts ordering, or call for help on finding the
parts you need. *From A&I Tech Tips