Mitsubishi FUSO FE 2006 Owner's Manual page 203

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Useful advice for emergencies
The engine does not start.
The starter does not turn over or turns over too slowly.
Possible cause
The starter switch fuse or high-current fuse is
blown.
Battery has run down.
Battery cable is disconnected, loose or cor-
roded.
Connection to ground terminal is open.
Engine oil viscosity is too high.
The starter turns over normally.
Possible cause
Fuel has run out.
Air is present in the fuel system.
The fuel filter is clogged.
Fuel is frozen.
The air cleaner is clogged.
The engine preheating time is insufficient.
The engine preheating circuit fuse is blown.
The fuel injection system is malfunctioning.
The engine starts but stalls immediately.
Possible cause
Idling speed setting is too low.
The fuel filter is clogged.
The air cleaner is clogged.
Possible failures, causes
Performing daily checks and good maintenance are
keys to preventing mechanical failures and the
resultant accidents. Be sure to check and service
your vehicle regularly.
Should your vehicle suffer a mechanical failure or
malfunction, the measures needed to correct the
problem can be found using the following chart.
If you are unable to correct the problem yourself or
the problem persists after you have attempted to
repair it, contact an authorized dealer for technical
assistance.
Remedy
Replace the blown fuse or high-current fuse
with a new one of the specified amperage.
Charge or replace the battery.
Remove corrosion and connect the cable
correctly.
Connect securely.
Replace the oil with an oil of proper viscosity.
Remedy
Refuel and bleed the system.
Bleed the system.
Replace the filter element.
Heat the fuel pipe with hot water
° °
[60 C (140 F) or less].
Clean or replace the element.
Follow the preheating instructions.
Replace the fuse.
Have an authorized dealer perform neces-
sary inspection.
Remedy
Have an authorized dealer perform neces-
sary inspection.
Replace the filter element.
Clean or replace the filter element.
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