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9 Troubleshooting
Fault finding table
8 Engine has little or no oil pressure
Possible fault
Remedy
Oil level too low.
Increase level.
Incorrect lube oil SAE class or
quality for ambient temperature.
Replace.
Blocked oil filter.
Replace.
Faulty oil pump.
Repair / replace.
Oil leaks .
Check.
Excessive inclination of engine.
Check / Adjust.
Oil pressure apparently too low
due to faulty oil pressure switch,
sensor or meter.
Check / replace.
9 Engine oil consumption excessive
Possible fault
Remedy
Oil level too high.
Lower level.
Incorrect lube oil SAE class or
quality for ambient temperature.
Replace.
Leak in lubricating oil system.
Repair / replace.
Insufficient intake air.
Check.
Excessive wear of cylinder/pis-
ton.
Check compression; overhaul
engine.
Turbocharger leaks oil.
Repair / replace.
Engine overloaded.
Check size of propeller. Clean the
propeller.
Excessive inclination of engine.
Check / Adjust.
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