Perkins 1104C-44TA Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Perkins 1104C-44TA |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle vertical 4-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 268 cu.in (4.4 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 130 Hp (97 kW) at 2200 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Turbocharged |
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| Diesel engine hard to start or doesn't start |
Dirty fuel filter - Change filter element.
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air.
Defective injection nozzle - Check and replace nozzles if required.
Fuel injection pump failure - Rebuild or replace pump.
Valve timing is wrong - Set the valve timing correctly.
Fuel pipes are plugged - Service or replace fuel pipes.
Injection timing is wrong - Use correct injection timing adjustment.
Damaged piston rings and cylinder - Change faulty components.
| Engine starts and then shuts off |
Fuel filter element clogging - Clean or change the filter.
Damaged fuel injection pump - Install a new pump or rebuild.
Plugged air cleaner - Replace air filter element.
Nozzle opening pressure is improper - Set it correctly.
| Engine shuts off suddenly while running |
Wrong setting of fuel injection pump timing - Set the fuel pump timing correctly.
Dirty fuel filter - Replace the filter element.
Engine is not fully warmed up - Warm up engine as required.
Injection nozzles are burnt or jammed - Service or change injection nozzles.
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Test and adjust.
Incorrect valve clearance - Adjustment procedure required.
Damaged fuel injection pump - Replacement or repair required.
Fuel injection nozzles are damaged or dirty - Change fuel injection nozzles.
Clogged fuel hoses or lines - Clean fuel lines and hoses.
Restricted intake air - Air filter maintenance required.
Worn cylinder head gasket - Change cylinder head gasket.
Injection timing is wrong - Use correct injection timing adjustment.
Fuel injection pump is broken - Replacement or repair required.
One of moving engine components has failed - Change or repair damaged parts.
Clogged radiator fins or leaking radiator cap - Clean radiator or change cap.
Coolant level is low - Add coolant and check the components of cooling system.
Broken or loose fan belt - Replace the fan belt.
Engine oil level is insufficient - Fill the crankcase with engine oil.
Cylinder head gasket is blown - Change cylinder head gasket.
Wrong injection timing - Adjust according to specifications.
| Insufficient oil pressure |
Oil level is low - Need to add oil.
Oil pump is worn or damaged - Inspect and change as required.
Oil filter is clogged - Service or change engine oil filter element.
Relief valve is stuck or worn - Change or service relief valve.
Excessive crankshaft bearing clearance - Inspect and change or repair worn components.
Excessive crankpin bearing clearance - Inspect and change or repair worn components.
| Engine oil consumption is too high |
Oil leakage: Worn seals or gaskets - Replace defective parts.
Wrong oil viscosity - Use oil of proper viscosity.
Piston rings are defective or worn - Have piston rings replaced.
Valve stems and guides are worn - Valves need to be changed.
Scuffed pistons or cylinder liners - Inspect liners and pistons, change as necessary.
| Abnormal engine noise or knocking |
Low coolant temperature - Warm up the engine.
Engine oil level low - Fill up the oil to required level.
Fuel injection pump timing is not adjusted - Check the fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Piston wear or scoring - Install new pistons.
Connecting rod is not aligned or worn - Align or change connecting rod.
Low battery capacity - Low battery charging, charge as required.
Battery will not hold charge - Service battery or change it.
Disconnected wiring or bad battery terminals - Check wire connections and change or service terminals.
| Starter motor is not working |
Battery is discharged or defective - Replace or charge as required.
Disconnected or improperly connected wiring harness - Inspect battery wiring harness and connect as required.
Low battery capacity - Battery needs to be recharged.
Faulty starter motor - Starter needs to be replaced.
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