Engine Exterior - Check - Mitsubishi S16R Series Operation & Maintenance Manual

Engine Exterior - Check

Make sure that any accumulation of
flammables, fuel leaks, engine oil
leaks, moisture, etc. are not found
around the hot parts of the engine
(exhaust manifold) and the battery.
* They could cause a fire.
Make sure that a coolant leak from
any part of the engine is not found.
* Coolant will flow out.
Make sure that the open/close
conditions of the valves, plugs and
cocks on each line are normal.
* Otherwise, the engine may seize.
Make sure that the open/close
condition of the coolant drain cock on
the water pump is normal.
* Otherwise, insufficient cooling could occur and
it could cause serious damage to the devices.
Make sure that the engine oil leak
from any part of the engine is not
found.
* If engine oil gets in your eyes, it will cause pain
and lead to sight loss at the worst.
Before stating the engine, check the
battery and cable terminals for
corrosion. In addition, check the
connections for looseness.
* Defective contact or short circuit could cause
damage to the devices.
Mitsubishi Diesel Engine S16R & S16R2 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Check combustible materials near
1
the engine or battery.
If combustible materials or dust are found
near the engine or battery, remove them.
Check the engine and battery for
2
contamination.
If dirty, clean them.
Check a leak of fuel, engine oil, or
3
coolant from any part of the engine.
• If a leak is found, contact your SME
dealer "CONTACT LIST" (→ Page 8)
arrange the repair.
Check the alternator belt
4
tension. "Belt - Check" (→ Page 134)
Check bolts and nuts for looseness
5
from the outside.
Check the battery and cable
6
terminals and connections for
corrosion or looseness.
• If an abnormality is found, consult
your SME dealer
Page 8).
Check the following open/close
7
conditions.
• Fuel feed valve: open
• Coolant drain cock (plug): closed
• Engine oil drain valve: closed
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