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Troubleshooting
8-1.
Overview
The Troubleshooting Charts in this chapter discusses symptoms, probable causes, and
appropriate corrective action to be taken. Troubleshooting procedures for specific
systems and components are provided after the general troubleshooting chart. During
fault isolation, mentally divide the engine into functions to identify the parts that
contribute to the desired response. By eliminating the impossible, the list of candidates
for replacement will be minimized.
WARNING
Any attempt by unqualified personnel to adjust, repair, or
replace engine parts may result in engine malfunction or
failure. Operation of a malfunctioning engine can cause
further damage to a disabled component and possible injury to
personnel.
Do not return an engine to service unless it functions according
to specifications.
FADEC engines incorporate enhanced diagnostic capabilities. A technician with a
personal computer, PowerLink FADEC Level I Diagnostic software, and an interface
cable can monitor sensor status and Electronic Control Unit activity from the aircraft
cabin throughout the Engine Operational Check. The Level I Diagnostic may also be used
to validate the engine gauges. If the optional engine data interface (EDI) is installed, the
EDI monitors engine parameters from engine start to engine shutdown. TCM classifies
engine diagnostic in three diagnostic levels.
Table 8-1.
FADEC Diagnostic Level Features
Level I
Real time, in-flight high level fault annunciation
Real time fault and engine parameter data reporting
Level II
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Engine runtime log
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Detailed fault listing
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Fault Isolation Aid
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Exceedance History
Level III
Interfaces with TCMLINK for:
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Transient Analysis
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Fault History Analysis
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Steady State Analysis
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Trend Analysis
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Recommendations Reports
IOF-240 Series Engine Maintenance Manual
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