TM 5-3810-306-20
TABLE 3-1. ORGANIZATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTD)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Step 7.
Engine compression low.
a. Using STE/ICE, perform compression check to identify
problem. (Refer to VTM test no. 14.)
b. Contact General Support Maintenance.
3.
ENGINE CRANKS, BUT WILL NOT START - NO SMOKE FROM EXHAUST
Step 1.
No fuel in tank.
a. Check fuel level. If OK, do Step 2.
b. Fill fuel tank. (Refer to TM 5-3810-306-10.)
Step 2.
Air in fuel lines.
a. Bleed the fuel system. If no air detected, do Step 2.
Step 3.
Fuel injection pump not getting fuel.
a. Loosen bleed screw at filter head end. Operate hand primer on lift pump to check for fuel. If
OK, do Step 3.
b. Replace fuel lift pump. (Refer to page 5-18.)
Step 4.
Fuel filter plugged with water or other contamination.
a. Remove and inspect fuel filter. If OK, do Step 5.
b. Replace fuel filter. (Refer to page 5-15.)
Step 5.
Defective fuel shutoff solenoid.
a. Check for loose wires and verify that solenoid is operating.
b. Replace fuel shutoff solenoid. (Refer to page 8-58.)
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