TM 5-3895-369-14
Table 3-2. Operator Troubleshooting Procedures - CONT.
Malfunction
Test or Inspection
Corrective Action
ENGINE (CONT)
ENGINE DOES NOT DEVELOP FULL POWER (CONT).
2.
Step 2
Check fuel level indicator (para 3-10).
If level indicator shows fuel tank empty, fill fuel tank (para 3-10).
If level indicator shows fuel in tank, go to step 3.
Step 3.
Remove fuel tank fill cap and visually check fuel level (para 3-10).
If tank is empty, refill and notify unit maintenance that fuel gauge does not work.
If tank is not empty, go to step 4.
Step 4.
Check air filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clogged, replace filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clean, notify unit maintenance.
ENGINE HARD TO START OR WILL NOT START - NO SMOKE FROM EXHAUST.
3.
Check air filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clogged, replace filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clean, notify unit maintenance.
ENGINE STARTS BUT WILL NOT KEEP RUNNING.
4.
Check air filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clogged, replace filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clean, notify unit maintenance.
ENGINE IDLES ROUGH.
5.
Check air filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clogged, replace filter (para 3-8).
If air filter is clean, notify unit maintenance.
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