Lubricating Oil Loss - Dodge D250 1990 Service Manual

Base Engine Components
DODGE Turbo Diesel
Troubleshooting Logic
Page9A-29
Lubricating Oil Loss
Cause
Correction
External Leaks
Visually Inspect for Oil Leaks.
External Leaks
Visually Inspect for Oil Leaks.
OK
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Crankcase Being Overfilled Verify that the Dipstick is Correctly
Marked.
OK
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Incorrect Oil (Specification or Viscosity) Make Sure the Correct Oil is Being
Used.
OK
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Look for Reduced Viscosity from
Dilution with Fuel.
Review/Reduce the Oil Change
Intervals.
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Oil Cooler Leak
Check for Oil in the Coolant.
.mm-
OK
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High Blowby Forcing Oil Out the
Breather
Check the Breather Tube Area for
Signs of Oil Loss. Measure the Blowby
and Perform the Required Repairs.
High Blowby Forcing Oil Out the
Breather
Check the Breather Tube Area for
Signs of Oil Loss. Measure the Blowby
and Perform the Required Repairs.
OK
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