TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
If something is wrong with the engine, refer to the following table for the cause and its corrective measure.
Trouble
Cause
Countermeasure
Engine is difficult to start or won't start.
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No fuel flow.
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Check the fuel tank and the fuel filter.
Replace filter if necessary.
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Air or water is in the fuel system.
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Check to see if the fuel line coupler bolt and
nut are tight.
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Bleed the fuel system.
(See Bleeding fuel system on page 81)
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Remove water from the system and replace the
fuel filter.
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In winter, oil viscosity increases, and engine
revolution is slow.
•
Use oils of different viscosity, depending on
ambient temperatures.
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Use the engine-block-heater (optional).
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Battery becomes weak and the engine does
not turn over quick enough.
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Clean the battery cables and terminals.
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Charge the battery.
•
In cold weather, always remove the battery
from the engine, charge the battery, and store it
indoors.
Install the battery on the tractor only when the
tractor is going to be used.
Insufficient engine power.
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Insufficient or dirty fuel.
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The air cleaner is clogged.
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Check the fuel system.
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Clean or replace the element.
Engine stops suddenly.
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Insufficient fuel.
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Refuel.
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Bleed the fuel system if necessary.
Exhaust fumes are col-
ored.
Black
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Fuel quality is poor.
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Too much oil.
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The air cleaner is clogged.
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Change the fuel and fuel filter.
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Check the proper amount of oil.
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Clean or replace the element.
Blue white
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The inside of exhaust muffler is damp from
fuel.
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Injection nozzle trouble.
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Fuel quality is poor.
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Heat the muffler by applying load to the engine.
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Check the injection nozzle.
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Change the fuel and fuel filter.
Engine overheats.
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Engine overloaded.
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Shift to lower gear or reduce load.
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Low coolant level.
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Fill cooling system to the correct level.
Check radiator and hoses for loose connec-
tions or leaks.
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Loose or damaged fan belt.
•
Adjust or replace fan belt.
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Dirty radiator core or grille screens.
•
Remove all trash.
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Coolant flow route corroded.
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Flush cooling system.
If you have any questions, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
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