Perkins 1106A-70TA Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Perkins 1106A-70TA |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle vertical 6-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel |
| Total Displacement: 427.6 cu.in (7.01 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 175 Hp (130 kW) at 1800 rpm |
| Aspiration Type: Turbocharged, aftercooled |
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| Diesel engine hard to start or doesn't start |
Fuel filter plugging - Change the filter element.
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air.
Faulty or dirty injection nozzles - If necessary, replace with a new nozzle.
Damaged fuel injection pump - Replace or repair injection pump.
Unadjusted valve timing - Correct or change timing gear.
Fuel pipes are dirty - Service or replace fuel pipes.
Improper injection timing - Use correct injection timing adjustment.
Damaged piston rings and cylinder - Replace faulty parts.
| Diesel starts but immediately shuts off |
Fuel filter element is dirty - Install new filter element.
Fuel injection pump is damaged - Replace or repair injection pump.
Air cleaner is dirty - Clean or replace the element.
Improper nozzle opening pressure - Set it correctly.
| Diesel shuts off while driving |
Improper fuel injection timing - Check the fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Fuel filter plugging - Filter maintenance required.
Engine is not fully warmed up - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Defective or stuck injection nozzles - Repair or replace injection nozzles.
| Engine stops at low idle speed |
Incorrectly adjusted low idle speed - Need to adjust idle speed.
The valve clearance is not adjusted - Correct valve clearance needs to be set.
Damaged fuel injection pump - Change pump or rebuild it.
Defective or clogged injection nozzle - Change fuel injection nozzles.
Fuel lines or hoses are clogged - Fuel hoses and lines must be clean.
Clogged air filter element - Air filter maintenance required.
Cylinder head gasket is defective - Replace cylinder head gasket.
Incorrect injection timing - Set up as recommended.
Fuel injection pump failure - Change or repair the pump.
Any of moving engine components is faulty - Repair or replace defective parts.
Dirty radiator core or faulty radiator cap - Clean radiator or install new cap.
Coolant level is low - Fill the cooling system and check components for leaks or other faults.
Broken or loose fan belt - The fan belt needs to be replaced.
Engine oil level low - Fill up the oil to required level.
Cylinder head gasket defective - Cylinder-head gasket replacement required.
Injection timing is wrong - Adjust as recommended.
Low oil level - Fill crankcase to proper oil level.
Defective oil pump - Remove and inspect oil pump.
Engine oil filter is plugged - Change or service engine oil filter.
Worn or dirty relief valve - Change or service relief valve.
Crankshaft bearing clearance is excessive - Inspect and change or repair worn components.
Excessive crankpin bearing clearance - Test and repair or replace worn parts.
| Engine consuming too much oil |
Oil leaks: Worn gaskets or seals - Replace to repair leaks.
Oil viscosity is wrong - Use oil of proper viscosity.
Damaged or seized piston rings - Change the piston rings as required.
Valve stems and guides are worn - Need to replace the valves.
Pistons or cylinder liners are worn - Inspect liners and pistons, change as necessary.
Engine has not warmed up to the recommended temperature - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Engine oil level is insufficient - Check and refill engine oil.
Improper fuel injection timing - Use the correct fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Pistons are broken or worn - Replace the pistons.
Connecting rod is not aligned or defective - Need to change or align the connecting rod.
Low battery output - Battery is drained, charge it.
Battery runs out quickly - Service or change the battery.
Corroded battery terminals or disconnected wires - Check wiring connections and replace or clean terminals.
| Starter motor is not working |
Battery is discharged or worn - Change or recharge battery.
Battery wiring is disconnected or improperly connected - Inspect wiring and connect as required.
Battery voltage is low - Battery is drained, charge it.
Starter motor failure - Repair or replace starter.
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