TM 5-3825-229-14&P
Table 3-1. Operator Troubleshooting Table (cont)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
ENGINE (cont)
24.
ENGINE STOPS SUDDENLY
Step 1.
Check fuel level in tank.
a.
If fuel level is low, add fuel and try restarting the engine.
b.
If fuel level is okay, or if engine is still hard to start, go to Step 2.
Step 2.
Inspect radiator air passages.
a.
If radiator is clogged, clean any dirt and debris from radiator core.
b.
If radiator is clean, notify Organizational Maintenance.
Step 3.
Engine water temperature switch has shut down engine. Allow adequate cool-down time.
25.
ENGINE STOPS FREQUENTLY
Fuel may be contaminated.
a.
If fuel is found to be contaminated, have Organizational Maintenance install new fuel
filter.
b.
Drain fuel from tank and add fuel known to be clean.
c.
If the engine still stops frequently, notify Organizational Maintenance.
26.
ENGINE SHOWS LOSS OF POWER
Step 1.
Inspect air filter.
a.
Check the air filter indicator on the engine intake manifold. If it shows red, the air
cleaner element is dirty. Clean or replace element (para. 3-7).
b.
If engine still shows a loss of power, go to Step 2.
Step 2.
Fuel may be contaminated.
a.
If fuel is found to be contaminated, have Organizational Maintenance install new fuel
filter.
b.
Drain fuel from tank and add fuel known to be clean.
c.
If engine still shows a loss of power, notify Organizational Maintenance.
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