Perkins 1104D-44TA Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Perkins 1104D-44TA |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle vertical 4-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 268 cu.in (4.4 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 111.3 Hp (83 kW) at 2200 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Turbocharged, aftercooled |
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| Engine hard to start or doesn't start |
Dirty fuel filter - Clean the filter or install new filter element.
There is air in the fuel system - Bleed the system.
Defective or clogged injection nozzle - Clean or replace injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pump is faulty - Change or repair the pump.
Valve timing is incorrect - Use correct valve timing adjustment.
Clogged fuel pipes - Clean fuel pipes.
Improper injection timing - Adjust as recommended.
Piston rings and cylinder are worn - Replace faulty components.
| Engine starts but stalls immediately |
Fuel filter element clogging - Clean or change the filter.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Rebuild or install a new injection pump.
Dirty air cleaner - Clean or replace element.
Unadjusted nozzle opening pressure - Adjust as required.
| Engine stops unexpectedly during operation |
Improper setting of fuel injection pump timing - Adjust according to specifications.
Fuel filter plugging - Filter maintenance required.
Engine is not preheated - Warm up the engine.
Injection nozzles are jammed or clogged - Repair or replace injection nozzles.
Improperly adjusted low idle speed - Test and adjust.
Excessive valve clearance - Correct valve clearance needs to be set.
Fuel injection pump is defective - Replace or repair injection pump.
Damaged or dirty injection nozzles - Service or change injection nozzles.
Dirty fuel hoses or lines - Clean fuel system hoses and lines.
Plugged air cleaner - Carry out maintenance on air filter.
Cylinder head gasket is blown - Replace cylinder head gasket.
Improper injection timing - Set the injection timing correctly.
Fuel injection pump malfunctioning - Repair or change injection pump.
Any of moving engine parts is worn - Repair or replace defective components.
Defective radiator cap or clogged radiator core - Change cap or clean radiator.
Insufficient coolant - Add coolant fluid to cooling system and also check it for leaks.
Loose or defective fan belt - Fan belt must be replaced.
Not enough engine oil - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Cylinder head gasket is damaged - Cylinder-head gasket replacement required.
Improper injection timing - Set up as recommended.
Oil level is low - Add oil to the engine crankcase.
Oil pump is worn or damaged - Repair or change.
Dirty oil filter element - Service or change engine oil filter element.
Stuck or defective relief valve - Replace or service relief valve.
Crankshaft bearing clearance is excessive - Inspect and replace or repair faulty components.
Clearance of crankpin bearing is excessive - Inspect and replace or repair faulty components.
| Diesel engine consuming too much oil |
Oil leaking: Damaged seals or gaskets - Replace worn parts to avoid leaks.
Improper oil viscosity - Fill up with the correct oil viscosity.
Piston rings are stuck or broken - Have piston rings replaced.
Valve guides and stems are worn - Valves replacement required.
Cylinder liners or pistons are scuffed - Check pistons and liners, replace as required.
Engine is cold - Warm up the engine.
Engine oil insufficient - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Timing of fuel injection pump is incorrect - Set up as recommended.
Pistons are broken or worn - Replace the pistons as required.
Faulty or misaligned connecting rod - Connecting rod needs to be aligned or changed.
Low battery voltage - Battery is drained, charge it.
Battery discharges quickly - Service charging system or install new battery.
Disconnected wiring or bad battery terminals - Check battery wires and service or replace terminals.
| Starter motor is not working |
Battery is discharged or worn - Charge or replace the battery.
Disconnected or improperly connected wiring harness - Inspect battery wiring harness and connect as required.
Battery power is low - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Faulty starter motor - Repair or replace starter.
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