International BD144 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: International Harvester BD144 |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle inline 4-cylinder naturally aspirated liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 144 cu.in (2.4 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 37-42 Hp (28-31 kW) at 2000 rpm |
| Fuel System Type: Indirect fuel injection |
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| Engine difficult to start or will not start |
Fuel filter plugging - Change filter element.
Air in fuel tank - Bleed fuel tank.
Fuel injection nozzles are faulty or clogged - Replace injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pump is not working correctly - Rebuild or change fuel pump.
Unadjusted valve timing - Adjust or change timing gear.
Fuel pipes clogging - Service or change fuel pipes.
Improper injection timing - Check injection timing adjustment.
Worn cylinder or piston rings - Replace defective parts.
Clogged fuel filter - Replace the filter element.
Fuel injection pump is broken - Rebuild or change fuel pump.
Dirty air filter element - Install new air filter element.
Nozzle opening pressure is incorrect - Adjust as required.
| Engine shuts off suddenly while running |
Fuel injection timing is wrong - Adjust fuel injection pump as required.
Fuel filter element is clogged - Clean the filter element.
Low coolant temperature - Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature.
Defective or stuck injection nozzles - Repair or change injection nozzles.
| Engine stops while idling |
Wrong adjustment of low idle speed - Correct low idle adjustment.
Valve out of adjustment - Adjust to proper valve clearance.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Replacement or repair required.
Fuel injection nozzles are damaged or dirty - Check and replace nozzles if required.
Fuel hoses or lines are clogged - Clean fuel lines and hoses.
Air filter plugged - Clean or change the filter.
Blown cylinder head gasket - Gasket should be replaced.
Incorrect injection timing - Set up as recommended.
Fuel injection pump is broken - Replacement or repair required.
One of moving engine components has failed - Repair or replace defective components.
Clogged radiator core or leaking radiator cap - Clean radiator or install new cap.
Lack of engine coolant - Refill to the correct level and inspect system for leaks.
Loose or defective fan belt - Belt change is required.
Low engine oil level - Fill the crankcase with engine oil.
Blown cylinder head gasket - Replace cylinder head gasket.
Incorrect injection timing - Set up as recommended.
Insufficient engine oil - Fill up the engine oil.
Defective oil pump - Check and replace if necessary.
Engine oil filter is plugged - Change or clean engine oil filter element.
Relief valve is stuck or broken - Replace or clean relief valve.
Crankshaft bearing clearance is excessive - Test and replace or repair worn components.
Clearance of crankpin bearing is excessive - Inspect and replace or repair faulty parts.
Oil leakage: Worn gaskets or seals - Defective components must be replaced.
Oil viscosity is incorrect - Fill up with the correct oil viscosity.
Worn or stuck piston rings - Piston rings replacement required.
Damaged valve guides or valve stems - Need to replace the valves.
Worn cylinder liners or pistons - Inspect liners and pistons, replace as necessary.
| Abnormal engine knocking or noise |
Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature - Warm up the engine.
Not enough engine oil - Fill up the oil to required level.
Improper fuel injection timing - Adjust the pump as required.
Pistons are scored or worn - Replace the pistons.
Misaligned or faulty connecting rod - Replace or align connecting rod.
Low battery power - Battery needs to be recharged.
Battery won’t hold charge - Battery needs to be serviced or replaced.
Wires are disconnected or battery terminals are corroded - Check wire connections and change or service terminals.
Battery is discharged or worn - Need to charge or replace the battery.
Battery wires are disconnected or incorrectly connected - Check wires and connect correctly.
Low battery output voltage - Charge the battery.
Damaged starter motor - Repair or change starter.
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