Possible Problems
|
Solutions |
| Clogged air filter element |
Replace elements according to engine manufacturers recommendations |
| Obstructed air intake duct to turbo compressor |
Remove obstruction or replace damaged parts as required |
| Obstructed air outlet duct from compressor to intake manifold |
Remove obstruction or replace damaged parts as required |
| Air leak in duct from compressor to intake manifold |
Correct leak by replacing seals or tightening fasteners as required |
| Air leak at intake manifold to engine joint |
Refer to engine manufacturers manual and replace gaskets or tighten fasteners as required |
| Obstruction in exhaust manifold |
Refer to engine manufacturers manual and remove obstruction |
| Obstruction in muffler or exhaust stack |
Remove obstruction or replace faulty components as required |
| Gas leak in exhaust manifold to engine joint |
Refer to engine manufacturers manual and replace gaskets or tighten fasteners as required |
| Gas leak in turbine inlet to exhaust manifold joint |
Replace gaskets or tighten fasteners as required |
| Fuel injection pump or fuel injectors incorrectly adjusted |
Refer to engine manufacturers manual - replace or adjust faulty component(s) as required |
| Engine camshaft timing incorrect |
Refer to engine manufacturers manual and replace worn parts |
| Worn engine piston rings or liners (blowby) |
Refer to engine manufacturers manual and repair engine as required |
| Internal engine problem (valves, pistons) |
Refer to engine manufacturers manual and repair engine as required |
| Dirt caked on compressor wheel and/or diffuser vanes |
Clean using a Non-Caustic cleaner and soft brush. Find and correct source of unfiltered air and change engine oil and oil filter |
| Damaged turbocharger |
Analyze failed turbocharger, find and correct cause of failure, overhaul or replace turbocharger as required |