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0008
ENGINE STARTS WITH DIFFICULTY AND RUNS ROUGH - Continued
CORRECTIVE ACTION - Continued
4.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
MALFUNCTION
Water is discovered in the fuel/water separator.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
Drain water via the drain plug (TM 55-1925-205-23).
2.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
MALFUNCTION
The engine is not getting enough air.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
Check air inlet collector air restriction indicators for red bands. If visible,
repair air inlet collector (WP 0105).
2.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
3.
Check that air flapper valve is open. Open flapper valve if it is closed (TM 55-1925-205-23).
4.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
5.
Check blower air intake for obstructions. Clean, repair or replace faulty parts. Contact
Maintenance Supervisor.
6.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
7.
Remove air box covers (TM 55-1925-205-10) and inspect cylinder liner drain ports. Clean ports
if they are over 50 percent plugged. Contact Maintenance Supervisor.
8.
Install air box covers (TM 55-1925-205-10).
9.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
MALFUNCTION
Low coolant temperatures.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
Thermostat may not be closing. Test thermostats (WP 0139).
2.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
3.
Coolant may be leaking past thermostat seals. Replace thermostat seals (WP 0025).
4.
Perform operational check of diesel engine (TM 55-1925-205-10).
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