TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOMS
Troubleshooting Procedures and
Techniques
General Informatin
This guide describes some typical engine operating problems,
their causes, and some acceptable corrections to those
problems. Unless noted otherwise, the problems listed are those
which an operator can diagnose and repair.
Performing troubleshooting procedures NOT outlined in
this section can result in equipment damage or personal
injury or death. Troubleshooting must be performed by
trained, experienced technicians. Consult a Cummins
Authorized Repair Location for diagnosis and repair
beyond that which is outlined, and for symptoms not listed
in this section. Before beginning any troubleshooting, refer
to General Safety Instructions in Section i of this manual.
Follow the suggestions below for troubleshooting:
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Study the complaint thoroughly before acting
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Refer to the engine system diagrams
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Do the easiest and most logical things first
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Find and correct the cause of the complaint
Troubleshooting Symptoms Charts
General Information
Use the charts on the following pages of this section to aid in
diagnosing specific engine symptoms. Read each row of blocks
from top to bottom. Follow through the chart to identify the
corrective action.
Troubleshooting presents the risk of equipment damage,
personal injury or death. Troubleshooting must be performed
by trained, experienced technicians.
QSB4.5 Engine
WARNING!
WARNING!
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