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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
The starter does not crank.
1.
The electrical connections are
corroded or loose.
1.
Check the electrical
connections for good contact.
2.
A fuse is blown or loose.
2.
Correct or replace the fuse.
3.
The relay or switch is
defective.
3.
Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
4.
The battery is discharged.
4.
Charge the battery or replace
it.
5.
A faulty starter or starter
solenoid.
5.
Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
6.
Seized internal engine
components.
6.
Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
The engine cranks, but will not
start.
1.
Incorrect starting procedure.
1.
Refer to Starting and
Stopping the Engine, page
17.
2.
The fuel tank is empty.
2.
Fill with fresh fuel.
3.
The fuel shut–off valve is
closed.
3.
Open the fuel shut–off valve.
4.
Dirt, water, stale fuel, or
incorrect fuel is in the fuel
system.
4.
Drain and flush the fuel
system; add fresh fuel.
5.
Clogged fuel line.
5.
Clean or replace.
6.
The kill relay is not energized,
or the fuel solenoid is
inoperative.
6.
Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
7.
There is air in the fuel
7.
Bleed the nozzles and check
for air leaks at the fuel hose
connections and fittings
between the fuel tank and
engine.
8.
Inoperative glow plugs.
8.
Check the fuse, glow plugs
and wiring.
