M11 Series – Service Manual – Lubricating Oil Pressure Low

Symptom Tree  t105

This is symptom tree t105
Cause Correction

Electronic fault codes active or high counts of inactive fault codes

Refer to Section TF in the Troubleshooting and Repair Manual for CELECT™ Plus System, Bulletin 3666130, the Troubleshooting and Repair Manual for CELECT™ Control System L10, M11, and N14 Engines, Bulletin 3666084.

 

Lubricating oil level is above or below specification

Check the oil level. Add or drain oil, if necessary. Refer to Procedures 007-025 and 007-009.

 

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.

 

Engine angularity during operation exceeds specification

Refer to the engine data sheet.

 

Lubricating oil pressure switch, gauge, or sensor is malfunctioning or is not in the correct location

Check the oil pressure switch, gauge, or sensor for correct operation and location. Refer to Procedure 007-028.

 

Lubricating oil pressure sensor or circuit is malfunctioning (electronic controlled fuel system)

Check the lubricating oil pressure sensor and circuit. Refer to Procedure 019-066 in the Troubleshooting and Repair Manual for CELECT™ Control System L10, M11, and N14 Engines, Bulletin 3666084.

 

Lubricating oil temperature is above specification

Refer to Lubricating Oil Temperature Above Specification symptom tree.

 

Lubricating oil filter is plugged

Change the oil and filter. Refer to Procedures 007-025 and 007-013. Verify the oil change interval is correct. Refer to the operation and maintenance manual.

 

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 is contaminated with coolant or fuel

Refer to the Lubricating Oil Contaminated symptom tree.

 

Lubricating oil cooler is plugged

Check the oil cooler. Refer to Procedure 007-003.

 

Lubricating oil suction or transfer tube is loose or broken, or the gasket or o-rings are leaking

Remove and inspect the oil pan or suction tube. Refer to Procedure 007-025.

 

Piston cooling nozzles are damaged or are not installed correctly

Check the piston cooling nozzles for damage and correct installation. Refer to Procedure 001-046.

 

Main oil pressure regulator is malfunctioning

Check the main oil pressure regulator assembly. Refer to Procedure 007-029.

 

Lubricating oil high?pressure relief valve is malfunctioning

Remove and inspect the high?pressure relief valve or lubricating pump pressure regulator. Refer to Procedure 007-021.

 

Lubricating oil pump is malfunctioning

Inspect the lubricating oil pump. Refer to Procedure 007-031.

 

Internal engine damage

Analyze the oil and inspect the filters to locate an area of probable damage. Refer to Procedure 007-002.

 
Last Modified:  28-Mar-2005