Perkins 1103A-33T Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Perkins 1103A-33T |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle vertical 3-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 201 cu.in (3.3 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 63 Hp (46.5 kW) at 2200 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Turbocharged |
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| Engine difficult to start or won't start |
Dirty fuel filter - Clean or replace the filter.
Air in the fuel pipes - Bleed the fuel pipes.
Dirty or faulty injection nozzles - Clean or change injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pump failure - Repair or install a new fuel pump.
Valve timing is improper - Set the valve timing correctly.
Fuel pipes clogging - Clean or change fuel pipes.
Unadjusted injection timing - Set the injection timing correctly.
Worn piston rings and cylinder - Change defective parts.
| Diesel starts but then stops |
Fuel filter element is clogged - Clean or replace the filter.
Fuel injection pump failure - Repair or install new pump.
Air filter clogged - Replace air filter element.
Nozzle opening pressure is incorrect - Set it correctly.
| Engine stalls during operation |
Fuel injection timing is not adjusted - Use the correct fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Fuel filter plugging - Replace the filter element.
Engine is not fully warmed up - Warm up the engine.
Stuck or clogged injection nozzle - Service or change injection nozzles.
Improperly adjusted low idle speed - Correct the settings.
Valve out of adjustment - Adjust valve clearance.
Damaged fuel injection pump - Repair or replace injection pump.
Clogged or burnt injection nozzle - Check injection nozzles and replace if required.
Dirt in the fuel hoses or lines - Service fuel hoses and lines.
Clogged air filter - Air filter maintenance required.
Cylinder head gasket is defective - Replace cylinder head gasket.
Injection timing is incorrect - Set up as recommended.
Fuel injection pump malfunctioning - Repair or replace injection pump.
One of moving engine parts has broken - Change or repair damaged parts.
Radiator fins are clogged or radiator cap is faulty - Clean radiator or change cap.
Not enough coolant - Fill the cooling system and check components for leaks or other faults.
Damaged or worn fan belt - Change the fan belt.
Insufficient engine oil - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Damaged cylinder-head gasket - Cylinder-head gasket replacement required.
Wrong injection timing - Use correct injection timing adjustment.
Engine oil level low - Add oil as required.
Defective oil pump - Inspect and change as required.
Oil filter is clogged - Service or change engine oil filter element.
Worn or dirty relief valve - Change or service relief valve.
Excessive crankshaft bearing clearance - Inspect and change or repair worn components.
Crankpin bearing clearance is excessive - Test and replace or repair worn components.
| Excessive engine oil consumption |
Oil leaks: Worn seals or gaskets - Install new components.
Incorrect oil viscosity - Use proper viscosity oil.
Piston rings are seized or worn - Install new piston rings.
Valve guides or stems are damaged - Valves replacement required.
Pistons or cylinder liners are scuffed - Check pistons and liners, replace as required.
| Abnormal engine knocking or noise |
Engine is not fully warmed up - Warm up engine as required.
Not enough engine oil - Need to add engine oil.
Fuel injection pump timing is not adjusted - Adjust as recommended.
Pistons are worn or broken - Pistons need to be replaced.
Connecting rod is misaligned or defective - Connecting rod needs to be replaced or aligned.
Low battery output - Charge the battery.
Battery does not hold charge - Service battery or replace it.
Disconnected wires or corroded battery terminals - Check wiring connections and replace or clean terminals.
Battery is drained or worn - Change or recharge battery.
Battery wiring is disconnected or improperly connected - Inspect wiring and connect as required.
Low battery capacity - Recharge the battery.
Starter motor is damaged - Replace or repair starter.
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