Symptom Tree t102
| Cause | Correction |
|---|
|
Verify the oil consumption rate |
Check the amount of oil added versus the mileage. |
 |
|
Lubricating oil leak (external) |
Inspect the engine for external oil leaks. Tighten the capscrews, pipe plugs, and fittings. Replace gaskets, if necessary. Refer to Section V for specifications. |
|
|
Crankcase ventilation system is plugged |
Check and clean the crankcase breather and vent tube. Refer to Procedure 003-002. |
|
|
Air compressor is pumping lubricating oil into the air system |
Check the air lines for carbon buildup and lubricating oil. Refer to the Air Compressor is Pumping Excessive Lubricating Oil into the Air System symptom tree. |
|
|
Turbocharger oil seal is leaking |
Check the turbocharger compressor and turbine seals. Refer to Procedures 010-040 and 010-049. |
|
|
Lubricating oil temperature is above specification |
Refer to the Lubricating Oil Temperature Above Specification symptom tree. |
|
|
Lubricating oil cooler is leaking |
Check for lubricating oil in the coolant. Refer to the Lubricating or Transmission Oil in the Coolant symptom tree. |
|
|
Lubricating oil is contaminated with coolant or fuel |
Refer to the Lubricating Oil Contaminated symptom tree. |
|
|
Lubricating oil dipstick calibration is not correct |
Check the dipstick calibration. Refer to Procedure 007-009. |
|
|
Lubricating oil does not meet specifications for operating conditions |
Change the oil and filters. Refer to Procedure 007-025. Use the oil type recommended in Section V of the operation and maintenance manual. |
|
|
Lubricating oil drain interval is excessive |
Verify the correct lubricating oil drain interval. Refer to Section V in the Operation an Maintenance Manual M11 Series Engines 1994 Certification Levels, Bulletin 3666072, the Operation and Maintenance Manual Industrial Engines, Bulletin 3666117, or the Operation and Maintenance Manual M11 Plus Series Engines, Bulletin 3666143. |
|
|
STC oil control valve is damaged |
Remove and inspect the STC valve. Refer to Procedure 006-037. |
|
|
Piston, cylinder liner, or piston rings are worn or damaged |
Check for air intake system leaks. Refer to Procedure 010-024. |
|
|
Piston rings are not seated correctly (after an engine rebuild or piston installation) |
Check blowby. Refer to Section 14. If blowby is excessive, check the piston rings for correct seating. Refer to Procedures 001-043 and 001-047. |
