SYMPTOM DIAGNOSTIC INDEX [WL-3]


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No.

TROUBLESHOOTING ITEM

DESCRIPTION

1
Melting of main or other fuses
2
Will not crank
Starter does not work.
3
Hard to start/long crank/erratic start/erratic crank
The starter cranks the engine at normal speed but the engine requires excessive cranking time before starting.
4
Engine stalls.
After start/at idle
The engine stops unexpectedly at idle and/or after starting.
5
Cranks normally but will not start
The starter cranks the engine at normal speed but the engine will not run.
6
Slow return to idle/fast idle
The engine takes more time than normal to return to idle speed. Engine speed continues at fast idle after warm-up.
7
Engine runs rough/rolling idle
The engine speed fluctuates between the specified idle speed and a lower speed, and the engine shakes excessively. Idle speed is too slow and the engine shakes excessively.
8
Runs on
Engine runs after engine switch is turned to the off position.
9
Engine stalls/quits.
Acceleration/cruise
Engine stops unexpectedly at the beginning of acceleration, during acceleration or while cruising.
Engine runs rough.
Acceleration/cruise
Engine speed fluctuates during acceleration or cruising.
Misses
Acceleration/cruise
Engine misses during acceleration or cruising.
Buck/jerk
Acceleration/cruise/ deceleration
Vehicle bucks/jerks during acceleration, cruising, or deceleration.
Hesitation/stumble
Acceleration
Momentary pause at the beginning of acceleration or during acceleration.
Surges
Acceleration/cruise
Momentary minor irregularity in engine the output.
10
Lack/loss of power
Acceleration/cruise
Performance is poor under load (e.g., powers down when climbing hills).
11
Poor fuel economy
Fuel economy is unsatisfactory.
12
High oil consumption/leakage
Oil consumption is excessive.
13
Cooling system concerns
Overheating
The engine runs at higher than normal temperature/overheats.
14
Cooling system concerns
Runs cold
Engine does not reach normal operating temperature.
15
Excessive black smoke
Excessive black smoke is observed in the exhaust gas.
16
Engine noise
Engine noise from under the hood.
17
Vibration concerns (engine)
Vibration from under the hood or drive line.
18
A/C does not work sufficiently.
The A/C compressor magnetic clutch does not engage when the A/C switch is turned on.
19
A/C is always on or A/C compressor runs continuously.
The A/C compressor magnetic clutch does not disengage.
20
Intermittent concerns
Symptom occurs randomly and is difficult to diagnose.
21
Constant voltage
Incorrect constant voltage.