Engine Troubleshooting

SymptomProblemSolution

Engine Will Not Start Or Is Hard To Start.

Transmission gearshift lever is not in neutral position.

Place range shift lever to Neutral.

 

Engine throttle lever not pushed forward.

Move throttle to half throttle.

 

Fuel shutoff valve CLOSED (OFF).

Open fuel shutoff valve at the water separator.

 

Stale fuel/improper fuel/fuel level.

Drain stale or improper fuel and fill to capacity.

 

Wrong engine oil viscosity.

Change engine oil and fill with correct viscosity oil for conditions.

 

Cold start system not being used, or malfunctioning.

Verify that cold start system is utilized during required temperatures or see your John Deere dealer.

 

Plugged fuel filter.

Replace fuel filter.

 

Plugged air intake filter.

Clean or replace air filter elements.

 

Dirty or faulty fuel injectors.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Blown fuse.

Check and replace any faulty fuses.

 

Clogged fuel tank strainer.

Clean or replace fuel tank strainer in case of any damage.

Engine Runs Rough Or Stalls.

Fuel shutoff valve partially closed.

Open fuel shutoff valve at the water separator.

 

Plugged fuel filter.

Replace fuel filter.

 

Plugged air intake system.

Clean or replace air filter elements.

 

Stale or improper fuel/fuel level.

Drain stale or improper fuel and fill to capacity.

 

Dirty or faulty fuel injectors.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Low coolant temperature.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Fuel pump not functioning properly.

See your John Deere dealer.

Engine Overheats.

Dirt or debris accumulation on hood screen or radiator fins.

Clean debris and dirt from the front screen and radiator fins.

 

Coolant level is below specification.

Add coolant as specified.

 

Leak in the coolant system.

Check for leaks and repair or see your John Deere dealer.

 

Improperly adjusted or broken fan belt.

Tighten or replace fan belt.

 

Cooling system needs flushing.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Defective radiator cap.

Replace radiator cap.

 

Defective thermostat.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Defective water temperature indicator or sensor.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Loose or defective alternator belt.

Tighten or replace belt.

 

Engine speed too low for load. Do not operate at low idle.

Raise engine speed to match load requirements.

 

Operating at too fast ground speed for conditions.

Reduce speed to match operating conditions.

Engine Knocks.

Fuel shutoff valve partially closed.

Open fuel shutoff valve at the water separator.

 

Plugged fuel filter.

Replace fuel filter.

 

Plugged air intake system.

Clean or replace air filter elements.

 

Stale or improper fuel/fuel level.

Drain stale or improper fuel and fill to capacity.

 

Dirty or faulty fuel injectors.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Low coolant temperature.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Fuel pump not functioning properly.

See your John Deere dealer.

Low Oil Pressure.

Engine oil level low.

Add oil to specification.

 

Plugged engine oil filter.

Replace oil filter.

 

Improper type of engine oil

Verify correct engine oil. Drain system and fill with the correct oil type.

 

Oil leaks.

Check for leaks and repair or see your John Deere dealer.

Engine Uses Too Much Oil.

Oil leaks.

Check for leaks and repair or see your John Deere dealer.

 

Improper type of engine oil.

Verify correct engine oil. Drain system and fill with the correct oil type.

Engine Emits White Smoke.

Stale or improper fuel/fuel level.

Drain stale or improper fuel and fill to capacity.

 

Internal coolant leak.

See your John Deere dealer.

Engine Emits Black or Gray Exhaust Smoke.

Stale or improper fuel/fuel level.

Drain stale or improper fuel and fill to capacity.

 

Dirty or faulty fuel injectors.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Fuel pump not functioning properly.

See your John Deere dealer.

High Fuel Consumption.

Stale or improper fuel/fuel level.

Drain stale or improper fuel and fill to capacity.

 

Dirty or faulty fuel injectors.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Fuel pump not functioning properly.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Operating at too fast ground speed for conditions.

Reduce speed to match operating conditions.

 

Improper valve clearance.

See your John Deere dealer.

 

Plugged air intake system.

Clean or replace air filter elements.

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