Trouble Shooter
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FAULT | CAUSE | CURE |
Loss of coolant | 1. Damaged radiator | 1. Repair or replace radiator. |
| 2. Leak at heater connection or plug | 2. Repair or replace. |
| 3. Damaged cylinder head gasket | 3. Replace gasket. Check engine oil and refill as necessary. |
| 4. Cracked cylinder block. | 4. Replace cylinder block. Check engine oil in crankcase for mixing with water. |
| 5. Cracked cylinder head. | 5. Replace cylinder head. |
| 6. Loose cylinder head bolts | 6. Tighten cylinder head bolts. |
Poor circulation | 1. Restriction in system | 1. Check hoses for crimping. Clear the system of rust and sludge. |
| 2. Insufficient coolant | 2. Replenish. |
| 3. Inoperative water pump | 3. Replace water pump. |
| 4. Loose fan belt | 4. Adjust fan belt. |
| 5. Inoperative thermostat | 5. Replace thermostat. |
Corrosion | 1. Excessive impurity in water | 1. Use soft, clean water. |
| 2. Infrequent flushing and draining of system | 2. Flush thoroughly at least twice a year. |
Overheating | 1. Inoperative thermostat | 1. Replace thermostat |
| 2. Radiator fin choked with mud, leaves etc. | 2. Clean out air passage. |
| 3. Incorrect ignition and valve timing | 3. Tune engine. |
| 4. Dirty oil and sludge in engine | 4. Change engine oil and filter. |
| 5. Inoperative water pump | 5. Replace (or check-electrical). |
| 6. Loose fan belt | 6. Adjust tension. |
| 7. Restricted radiator | 7. Flush radiator. |
| 8. Inaccurate temperature gauge | 8. Replace temperature gauge |
| 9. Impurity in water. | 9. Use soft, clean water. |
Overcooling | 1. Inoperative thermostat | 1. Replace thermostat. |
| 2. Inaccurate temperature gauge | 2. Replace temperature gauge. |