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Troubleshooting Section
Unit Injectors
1. Perform the “Injector Solenoid Test” on Cat ET in
order to determine if all of the injector solenoids
are being ener
gized by the ECM.
2. Perform the “Cylinder Cutout Test” on Cat ET
in order to det
ermine the performance of each
cylinder. Refer to Troubleshooting, “Injector
Solenoid Circuit - Test” for the proper procedure.
Intake Manifold Pressure
1. Monitor the s
tatus of “Fuel Position”, “Rated Fuel
Limit”, and “FRC Fuel Limit” on Cat ET while
the engine is operating under full load. These
parameters s
hould reflect the information below.
Table 12
“Fuel Position” = “Rated Fuel Limit”
and
“Fuel Position” < “FRC Fuel Limit”
If “Fuel Position” equals “Rated Fuel Limit” and
“Fuel Position” is less than “FRC Fuel Limit”, the
electronics are operating correctly. Otherwise,
proceed with the next Step.
2. Monitor the status of the “Boost Pressure”
parameter and the “Atmospheric Pressure”
parameter on Cat ET. When the engine is not
running,thecorrectvaluefortheintakemanifold
pressure sensor is 0 kPa (0 psi).
Air Inlet and Exhaust System
1. Observe the check engine lamp. Check for an
air filter restriction indicator . Clean plugged air
filters or replace plugged air filters. Refer to the
Operation and Maintenance Manual.
2. Check the air inlet and exhaust system for
restrictions and/or leaks. Refer to Systems
Operation/Testing and Adjusting, “Air Inlet and
Exhaust System”.
Fuel Supply
1. Visually check the fuel level in the fuel tank. Do
not rely on the fuel gauge only. If necessary, add
fuel to the fuel tank. If the engine has been run
out of fuel, it will be necessary to purge the a ir
from the fuel system. Refer to Operation and
Maintenance Manual, “Fuel System - Prime” for
the correct procedure.
2. Check the fuel lines for the following problems:
restrictions, collapsed lines, and pinched lines. If
problems are found with the fuel lines, repair the
lines and/or replace the lines.
3. Check the fuel tank for debris or foreign objects
which may block
the fuel supply.
NOTICE
Do not crank the engine continuously for more than
30 seconds. All
ow the starting motor to cool for two
minutes before cranking the engine again.
4. Prime the fuel
system if any of the following
procedures have been performed:
•
Replacement o
f the fuel filters
•
Service on the low pressure fuel supply circuit
•
Replacement of unit injectors
Note: Check th
e fuel system for air. Refer to Systems
Operation/Testing and Adjusting, “Air in Fuel - Test”
for information that is related to checking the fuel
system for ai
r.
5. Check fuel quality. Cold weather adversely
affects the c
haracteristics of the fuel. Refer to the
engine’s Operation and Maintenance Manual for
information on improving the characteristics of the
fuel during
cold weather operation.
6. Check the filtered fuel pressure while the
engine is be
ing cranked. Refer to Systems
Operation/Testing and Adjusting for the test
procedure and for the correct pressure values.
If the fuel pressure is low, replace th e fuel filters.
Clean the primary filter/water separator of debris.
Refer to th
e Operation and Maintenance Manual
for details.
If the fuel
pressure is still low , check the operation
of the fuel pressure regulating valve. Also, check
for the proper operation of the fuel transfer pump.
Refer to Sy
stems Operation/Testing and Adjusting
for test information.
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Valve Rotator or Spring Lo ck
Is Fr ee
SMCS Code: 1109-035
Use this p
rocedure in order to troubleshoot a problem
with the valve rotators or spring locks.
Probable Cause
•
Valve Com
ponents