Perkins 1006-60T Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Perkins 1006-60T |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle vertical 6-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 365 cu.in (5.99 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 153.5 Hp (114 kW) at 2300 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Turbocharged |
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| Engine hard to start or will not start |
Fuel filter plugged - Change filter element.
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air.
Faulty fuel injection nozzles - Clean or change injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pump is damaged - Rebuild or change fuel pump.
Wrong valve timing - Correct or replace timing gear.
Restricted fuel pipes - Clean fuel pipes.
Injection timing is wrong - Adjust as recommended.
Worn cylinder or piston rings - Change defective components.
| Engine starts but then stalls |
Fuel filter element clogging - Change the filter element.
Fuel injection pump is faulty - Repair or install a new fuel pump.
Clogged air filter element - Change air filter element.
Incorrect nozzle opening pressure - Adjust as required.
| Engine shuts off suddenly while running |
Improper fuel injection timing - Set it up as required.
Fuel filter plugging - Replace the filter element.
Low coolant temperature - Warm up the engine.
Stuck or burnt injection nozzle - Clean or replace injection nozzles.
| Engine stalls when idling |
Low idle speed setting is incorrect - Adjust low idling as recommended.
Valve clearance is out of adjustment - Need to adjust valve clearance.
Fuel injection pump failure - Rebuild or change fuel pump.
Damaged or dirty injection nozzles - Clean or change injection nozzles.
Clogged fuel lines or hoses - Fuel lines and hoses need to be cleaned.
Restricted intake air - Service or replace the air filter.
Damaged cylinder-head gasket - Gasket should be replaced.
Unadjusted injection timing - Set up as recommended.
Fuel injection pump is faulty - Rebuild or install a new injection pump.
Any of moving engine parts is worn - Repair or replace defective components.
Radiator fins are clogged or radiator cap is faulty - Replace cap or clean radiator.
Low engine coolant - Add coolant fluid and inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Fan belt is worn or faulty - Change the fan belt.
Engine oil level is insufficient - Add oil to the engine crankcase.
Cylinder head gasket is damaged - Change cylinder head gasket.
Injection timing is out of adjustment - Adjust according to specifications.
| Insufficient oil pressure |
Oil level is low - Fill the crankcase with oil.
Worn oil pump - Install a new pump.
Dirty oil filter - Clean or change engine oil filter.
Relief valve is stuck or broken - Change or clean relief valve.
Excessive oil clearance of crankshaft bearing - Test and replace or repair worn components.
Clearance of crankpin bearing is excessive - Test and replace or repair worn components.
| High engine oil consumption |
External oil leaks: Worn seals or gaskets - Change to repair leaks.
Improper oil viscosity - Fill up with the proper oil viscosity.
Piston rings are defective or worn - Piston rings replacement required.
Damaged valve stems or valve guides - Install new valves.
Pistons or cylinder liners are damaged - Inspect pistons and liners, change as required.
| Engine knocking sound or abnormal noise |
Coolant temperature is low - Warm up the engine.
Insufficient engine oil - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Timing of fuel injection pump is incorrect - Set up as recommended.
Piston wear or scoring - Pistons need to be replaced.
Connecting rod is misaligned or worn - Need to align or replace the connecting rod.
Low battery power - Recharge the battery.
Battery is draining quickly - Service or replace the battery.
Battery terminals are corroded or wires are disconnected - Check cables and clean or change terminals.
Battery is discharged or defective - Replace or charge as required.
Disconnected or improperly connected wiring harness - Inspect battery wiring harness and connect as required.
Battery capacity is low - Charge the battery.
Starter motor is damaged - Repair or change starter.
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