Perkins 1103A-33TG1 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Perkins 1103A-33TG1 |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle vertical 3-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 201 cu.in (3.3 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 67 Hp (50.5 kW) at 2200 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Turbocharged |
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| Engine starts hard or doesn't start |
Dirty fuel filter - Clean or change the filter.
Air in the fuel pipes - Bleed the fuel pipes.
Fuel injection nozzles are dirty or defective - Service or change injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pump is not operating properly - Repair or install a new fuel pump.
Valve timing is wrong - Adjust or replace timing gear.
Restricted fuel pipes - Clean fuel pipes.
Injection timing is improper - Set the injection timing correctly.
Worn piston rings and cylinder - Replace defective components.
| Engine starts and stops suddenly |
Dirty fuel filter - Clean the filter element.
Fuel injection pump malfunction - Rebuild or replace pump.
Plugged air filter - Service or replace the air filter.
Nozzle opening pressure is improper - Adjust as required.
| Engine stops running suddenly |
Improper setting of fuel injection pump timing - Use the correct fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Fuel filter element clogging - Clean the filter or install new filter element.
Low coolant temperature - Warm up to required temperature.
Injection nozzles are jammed or clogged - Repair or replace injection nozzles.
| Engine shuts off while idling |
Improperly adjusted low idle speed - Adjust the low idle speed.
Valve clearance is not correct - Adjust to proper valve clearance.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Replace injection pump or repair it.
Dirty or faulty injection nozzles - Change fuel injection nozzles.
Clogged fuel lines or hoses - Fuel lines and hoses need to be cleaned.
Intake air restriction - Clean air cleaner element.
Cylinder head gasket is defective - Install a new gasket.
Injection timing is wrong - Set the injection timing correctly.
Fuel injection pump is damaged - Replacement or repair required.
One of moving engine parts is faulty - Change or repair damaged parts.
Clogged radiator fins or damaged radiator cap - Clean radiator or install new cap.
Not enough coolant - Add coolant fluid and inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Fan belt slipping or worn - Belt replacement is recommended.
Lack of engine oil - Need to add engine oil.
Damaged cylinder-head gasket - Replace the gasket as required.
Injection timing is improper - Adjust injection timing as required.
| Oil pressure is insufficient |
Oil level is low - Add oil as required.
Defective oil pump - Repair or replace.
Dirty oil filter - Change or clean engine oil filter element.
Worn or dirty relief valve - Replace or clean relief valve.
Crankshaft bearing clearance is excessive - Check and change or repair defective parts.
Excessive crankpin bearing clearance - Inspect and change or repair worn components.
| Engine oil consumption is too high |
Oil leaking: Gaskets or seals are excessively worn - Replace defective parts.
Crankcase oil too light - Fill up with the correct oil viscosity.
Piston rings are stuck or broken - Replace piston rings.
Valve stems and guides are worn - Valves replacement required.
Pistons or cylinder liners are scored - Inspect pistons and liners, replace as required.
| Engine knocking sound or abnormal noise |
Low coolant temperature - Warm up to required temperature.
Lack of engine oil - Fill up the oil to required level.
Improper setting of fuel injection pump timing - Adjust as recommended.
Worn or scored pistons - Install new pistons.
Connecting rod failure or misalignment - Connecting rod needs to be replaced or aligned.
Low battery power - Battery needs to be recharged.
Battery runs out quickly - Service or change the battery.
Corroded battery terminals or disconnected wires - Check wiring and clean or replace terminals.
Battery is discharged or defective - Need to charge or replace the battery.
Battery cables are disconnected or improperly connected - Inspect cables and connect properly.
Low battery capacity - Battery needs to be recharged.
Starter motor is damaged - Starter should be replaced.
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