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Troubleshooting
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WABCO
Maintenance Manual 31 (Revised 08-18)
No air delivery
Low air delivery
Low air pressure
Discharge line blockage
Check for freeze up in the discharge line.
Check low spots and eliminate any traps in the discharge line.
Inspect and repair compressor discharge port and clear any line
restrictions. Replace damaged lines as necessary.
Check for carbon build-up. If carbon has built up, make sure cooling
lines are not kinked or restricted. If carbon has built up in the
discharge line, replace the line.
Inlet line kinked or restricted
Inspect the compressor air induction line for kinks and restrictions.
Repair or replace as necessary.
Governor malfunction or
misadjustment
Check for correct loader/unloader cycles of compressor.
Refer to vehicle manufacturer’s manual for governor maintenance and
troubleshooting procedures.
External contamination
Replace broken, defective or dirty air filters. Clean contaminants from
surface of compressor.
Air dryer purge valve stuck open or
leaking
Check for air dryer malfunction. Refer to air dryer manufacturer’s
service instructions.
Chafed or worn discharge line
Replace faulty sections of discharge line.
Loose or leaking air line connections
Verify all connections are secure.
Tighten to vehicle specifications where necessary.
Inspect port threads for damage. If damage is extensive, replace
cylinder head.
Damage to compressor valves and/or
valve seats
Replace the cylinder head.
Leaking or malfunctioning internal
pressure relief valve
Replace the cylinder head.
Noisy air compressor
Loose drive hub
Loose accessory drive coupling
Check fit of drive coupling.
Ensure hub is completely seated and crankshaft nut is tight.
Inspect crankshaft for damage — replace compressor if crankshaft is
damaged.
None of the above, but condition
persists
Replace the compressor.
Broken connecting rod or
crankshaft
Oil starvation to crank pin or front main
bearing
Check oil pressure. Verify oil passage is free of obstructions. Make
necessary repairs.
Failed power steering pump
(through-drive version only)
Verify power steering pump is in correct operating order. Refer to the
component manufacturer’s service instructions.
All of the above
Replace compressor.
Condition
Possible Cause
Solution
Table A: Compressor Troubleshooting Guide
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