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Problem
Cause(s)
Engine overheats
Engine overloaded.
1.
Low coolant level.
2.
Dirty radiator core or grille screen.
3.
Coolant flow route corroded.
4.
Air cleaner element missing or plugged.
5.
Engine oil low.
6.
Engine operated too long at slow engine speed.
7.
Engine loses power
Engine overheating.
1.
Too much oil in engine.
2.
Fuel supply being restricted.
3.
Fuel filter plugged.
4.
Fuel line pinched or kinked.
5.
Insufficient or dirty fuel.
6.
Air cleaner element plugged.
7.
Starter does not work
Loose or corroded connections.
1.
Low battery output
2.
Sulfate or worn-out battery.
3.
Faulty starter.
4.
Starter cranks slowly
Low battery output.
1.
Sulfated or worn-out battery.
2.
Engine oil too heavy.
3.
Loose or corroded connections.
4.
Entire electrical system does not work
Blown fuse.
1.
Loose or corroded connections.
2.
Sulfated or worn-out battery.
3.
Dead battery
Shorted starter solenoid.
1.
Key switch not turned to STOP position.
2.
Sulfated or worn-out battery.
3.
Battery light comes on when engine is
running
Low engine speed.
1.
Faulty voltage regulator.
2.
Faulty battery.
3.
Faulty alternator
4.
Grounded wire in circuit.
5.
Indicator lights do not come on when key
switch is in START position
Faulty bulb.
1.
Faulty wiring.
2.
Faulty sensor.
3.
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