B5.9G, B5.9LPG – Troubleshooting and Repair Manual – Engine Noise Excessive — Combustion Knocks

Symptom Tree  t048

This is symptom tree t048
Cause Correction

When troubleshooting engine noise complaints, make sure the engine accessories (air compressor, fan clutch, freon compressor, or hydraulic pump) are not the cause of the noise. Refer to Engine Noise Diagnostic Procedures – General Information at the end of Section TS before using this symptom tree.

Intake manifold air temperature is above specification

Refer to Section 10 for specifications.

 

Coolant temperature is above specification

Refer to the Coolant Temperature Above Normal – Gradual Overheat or the Coolant Temperature Above Normal – Sudden Overheat symptom tree.

 

Spark plug(s) malfunctioning

Remove spark plugs and inspect. Refer to Procedure 013-016.

 

Coil wire malfunctioning

Remove wire from engine and use a digital multimeter to measure resistance across the wire. Refer to Procedure 013-012.

 

Ignition coil malfunctioning

Check the ignition coil. Refer to Procedure 013-012.

 

Ignition system harness connector pins bent or damaged

Inspect harness. Refer to Procedure 019-196 in the Troubleshooting and Repair Manual, Fuel Systems and Electronics, B5.9G, C8.3G, L10G-III, Bulletin 3666118.

 

Overhead adjustments are not correct

Measure and adjust the overhead settings. Refer to Procedure 003-004.

 

Fuel grade is not correct for the application or the fuel quality is poor

Operate the engine from a tank of high-quality fuel. Refer to Fuels for Cummins Engines, Bulletin 3379001.

 

Excessive oil consumption

Refer to the Lubricating Oil Consumption Excessive symptom tree.

 
Last Modified:  14-Jan-2004