Perkins 1106A-70TAG3 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Perkins 1106A-70TAG3 |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle vertical 6-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 427.6 cu.in (7.01 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 245 Hp (180 kW) at 1500 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Turbocharged, aftercooled |
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| Engine starts up hard or doesn't start |
Fuel filter element is clogged - Filter maintenance required.
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air.
Damaged or dirty injection nozzles - Change fuel injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pump is not operating properly - Install a new fuel pump or repair.
Unadjusted valve timing - Set the valve timing correctly.
Plugged fuel pipes - Clean fuel pipes.
Incorrect injection timing - Use correct injection timing adjustment.
Worn cylinder or piston rings - Change faulty parts.
Fuel filter plugging - Change filter element.
Fuel injection pump failure - Replace injection pump or repair it.
Air cleaner is dirty - Clean air cleaner element.
Improper nozzle opening pressure - Set it correctly.
| Engine shuts off suddenly during operation |
Improper fuel injection timing - Set it up as required.
Fuel filter plugging - Install new filter element.
Low coolant temperature - Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature.
Stuck or clogged injection nozzle - Clean or change injection nozzles.
Too low idle RPM - Test and adjust.
Valve clearance is not correct - Adjust valve clearance.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Replace or repair injection pump.
Dirty or faulty injection nozzles - Install a new kit of correctly balanced nozzles.
Fuel lines or hoses are clogged - Clean fuel system lines and hoses.
Air filter clogged - Install new air filter element.
Cylinder head gasket defective - Cylinder-head gasket replacement required.
Improper injection timing - Adjust according to specifications.
Fuel injection pump is damaged - Change or repair the pump.
One of moving engine components is worn - Replace or repair damaged components.
Faulty radiator cap or dirty radiator fins - Replace cap or clean radiator.
Low coolant level - Refill to the correct level and inspect system for leaks.
Damaged or worn fan belt - Install new fan belt.
Not enough engine oil - Fill up the engine oil.
Worn cylinder head gasket - Gasket should be replaced.
Unadjusted injection timing - Adjust according to specifications.
| Insufficient oil pressure |
Engine oil insufficient - Add oil to the engine crankcase.
Worn oil pump - Repair or change.
Oil filter clogged - Change or service engine oil filter.
Relief valve is stuck or worn - Relief valve need to be replaced or cleaned.
Clearance of crankshaft bearing is excessive - Test and repair or replace worn parts.
Excessive oil clearance of crankpin bearing - Check and change or repair defective parts.
| Diesel engine consuming too much oil |
Oil leaks: Worn gaskets or seals - Change to repair leaks.
Crankcase oil too light - Use oil of proper viscosity.
Worn or broken piston rings - Install new piston rings.
Valve stems or guides are damaged - Valves replacement required.
Worn pistons or cylinder liners - Inspect pistons and liners, fit new components as necessary.
Engine is not fully warmed up - Warm up to required temperature.
Lack of engine oil - Add oil to the engine crankcase.
Improper fuel injection timing - Adjust according to specifications.
Pistons are worn or broken - Replace the pistons.
Misaligned or faulty connecting rod - Align or change connecting rod.
| Starter motor cranks slow |
Low battery power - Recharge the battery.
Battery discharges quickly - Service charging system or replace battery.
Disconnected wires or corroded battery terminals - Check battery wires and service or replace terminals.
Battery is drained or worn - Recharge or replace battery.
Wiring is incorrectly connected or disconnected - Inspect wiring and connect correctly.
Low battery output - Recharge the battery.
Faulty starter motor - Starter should be changed.
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