Motor Equipment News June 2021
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Australian Diesel Mechanic May 2021
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TB1126 – Diagnosing a running diesel filled with petrol
A speedy diagnosis can be as quick as opening the fuel cap. A common error by diesel vehicle drivers is filling up with petrol. When a diesel arrives at your workshop and is reported to have starting difficulties, before plugging in the scan tool, pop the lid on the fuel tank and take a whiff. … TB1126 – Diagnosing a running diesel filled with petrol
TB1087- DPF Diagnosis & Testing
Models: Engine applications fitted with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Symptoms: DPF fault codes present, DPF light illuminating or flashing, vehicle experiencing performance issues. Failure/Issue: Inability to clear DPF and related fault codes, performing DPF regenerations, misunderstanding of the DPF system and the diesel engine operation. Excessive and unnecessary DPF forced regenerations can cause additional … TB1087- DPF Diagnosis & Testing
TB1094 – Wrong fuel. Why this can destroy diesel fuel systems and engines.
The diesel fuel system is a very fine tolerance operating hydraulic system which requires fuel to be of the correct type and viscosity to ensure full operation, performance and drivability of the diesel engine. Both petrol and water are NOT in the category of lubricant fluids for a diesel fuel system. When the incorrect fluids … TB1094 – Wrong fuel. Why this can destroy diesel fuel systems and engines.
