CAUSES OF ENGINE PROBLEMS AND
REMEDIES
Causes
Excessive cooling by
radiator
Seizing of moving parts
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Details of Causes
Ambient temperature is low
Radiator is not covered
Thermostat defective (stuck open)
Seizing of cylinder(s), piston(s) or piston ring(s)
Seizing of main or connecting rod bearing(s)
Seizing of idler gear bushing
Cover radiator.
Replace parts.
Disassemble and repair. Replace parts.
Disassemble and repair. Replace parts.
Disassemble and repair. Replace parts.
ENGLISH
Service Manual Mitsubishi SQ-Series diesel engines
TROUBLESHOOTING
Remedies
Version 08/2004