Tech Tips
When a malfunction is not confirmed by the DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) check, troubleshooting should be carried out in all circuits considered to be possible causes of the problem. In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the following flowchart, the location of the problem can be found quickly and efficiently. Therefore, using this check is essential when troubleshooting the engine.
CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE
Note
Carry out this check with the engine stopped and ignition switch OFF.
| Standard voltage | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
CHARGE OR REPLACE BATTERY |
| OK |
|
CHECK IF ENGINE WILL CRANK
| NG |
|
PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE |
| OK |
|
CHECK AIR FILTER
Visually check that the air filter is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.
| NG |
|
CLEAN OR REPLACE |
| OK |
|
CHECK FUEL QUALITY
Check that only diesel fuel has been used.
Check that the fuel does not contain any impurities.
| NG |
|
REPLACE FUEL |
| OK |
|
CHECK FUEL FOR AIR
| NG |
|
BLEED AIR FROM FUEL |
| OK |
|
CHECK FUEL PIPES AND HOSES
Check that the fuel pipes and fuel hoses are not blocked, damaged, disconnected and bent.
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE |
| OK |
|
CHECK FUEL FILTER FOR BLOCKAGE
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE |
| OK |
|
CHECK ENGINE OIL
| NG |
|
ADD OR REPLACE ENGINE OIL |
| OK |
|
CHECK ENGINE COOLANT
| NG |
|
ADD OR REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT |
| OK |
|
CHECK IDLING SPEED AND MAXIMUM SPEED
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE INJECTION PUMP |
| OK |
|
CHECK DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE |
| OK |
|
CHECK VACUUM PUMP
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE VACUUM PUMP |
| OK |
|
| PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE |