International BD154 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: International BD154 |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle inline 4-cylinder indirect injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 154 cu.in (2.5 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 37-45 Hp (27-33 kW) at 2400 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Naturally aspirated |
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| Engine difficult to start or won't start |
Fuel filter plugging - Filter maintenance required.
Air in the fuel pipes - Bleed the fuel pipes.
Faulty or dirty injection nozzles - Install a new kit of correctly balanced nozzles.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Repair or replace injection pump.
Valve timing is improper - Adjust or change timing gear.
Restricted fuel pipes - Clean fuel pipes.
Improper injection timing - Set the injection timing correctly.
Cylinder or piston rings are worn - Change faulty parts.
| Diesel starts but stalls immediately |
Dirty fuel filter - Change the filter element.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Replace or rebuild injection pump.
Air cleaner is dirty - Service air cleaner.
Incorrect nozzle opening pressure - Set it correctly.
| Diesel shuts off while driving |
Timing of fuel injection pump is incorrect - Adjust the pump as required.
Fuel filter plugging - Replace filter element.
Low coolant temperature - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Defective or stuck injection nozzles - Service or change injection nozzles.
| Engine stops at low idle speed |
Low idle speed setting is incorrect - Adjust the low idle speed.
Valve out of adjustment - Have it adjusted.
Fuel injection pump failure - Repair or install a new fuel pump.
Faulty or dirty injection nozzles - Service or change injection nozzles.
Dirt in the fuel lines or hoses - Service fuel hoses and lines.
Air cleaner is dirty - Clean or replace the element.
Blown cylinder head gasket - Replace the gasket as required.
Improper injection timing - Set the injection timing correctly.
Fuel injection pump failure - Rebuild or install a new injection pump.
Any of moving engine components is faulty - Change or repair damaged parts.
Damaged radiator cap or dirty radiator core - Install new cap or clean radiator.
Lack of engine coolant - Fill the cooling system and check components for leaks or other faults.
Loose or defective fan belt - Change as required.
Engine oil level low - Add oil to the engine crankcase.
Cylinder head gasket is worn - Install new cylinder head gasket.
Wrong injection timing - Adjust according to specifications.
| Insufficient oil pressure |
Oil level is insufficient - Add oil as required.
Worn oil pump - Install a new pump.
Dirty oil filter element - Change or service engine oil filter.
Relief valve is stuck or worn - Change or service relief valve.
Excessive crankshaft bearing clearance - Test and replace or repair worn components.
Crankpin bearing clearance is excessive - Inspect and change or repair worn components.
| Excessive oil consumption |
External oil leaks: Gaskets or seals may be damaged - Replace to repair leaks.
Incorrect oil viscosity - Fill up with the correct oil viscosity.
Stuck or defective piston rings - Have piston rings replaced.
Valve stems or guides are damaged - Need to replace the valves.
Scored pistons or cylinder liners - Check liners and pistons, change as required.
| Abnormal engine knocking or noise |
Low coolant temperature - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Low engine oil level - Check and refill engine oil.
Improper fuel injection timing - Adjust fuel injection pump as required.
Scored or worn pistons - Have pistons replaced.
Faulty or misaligned connecting rod - Connecting rod needs to be aligned or changed.
Battery voltage is low - Battery needs to be recharged.
Battery does not hold charge - Service charging system or change battery.
Bad terminals or disconnected battery cables - Check wiring and clean or replace terminals.
Battery is low or faulty - Need to charge or replace the battery.
Battery wiring is disconnected or improperly connected - Inspect wiring and connect as required.
Low battery capacity - Battery is drained, charge it.
Starter motor is damaged - Starter should be changed.
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