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Symptoms - Engine Mechanical

Strategy Based Diagnostics

Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle .

All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow may always be used in order to resolve a system condition. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary.

Visual/Physical Inspection

    • Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the engine.
    • Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
    • Inspect for the correct oil level, proper oil viscosity, and correct filter application.
    • Verify the exact operating conditions under which the concern exists. Note factors such as engine RPM, ambient temperature, engine temperature, amount of engine warm-up time, and other specifics.
    • Compare the engine sounds, if applicable, to a known good engine and make sure you are not trying to correct a normal condition.

Intermittent

Test the vehicle under the same conditions that the customer reported in order to verify the system is operating properly.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

    •  Base Engine Misfire without Internal Engine Noises
    •  Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Internal Lower Engine Noises
    •  Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Valve Train Noise
    •  Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption
    •  Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption
    •  Engine Noise on Start-Up, but Only Lasting a Few Seconds
    •  Upper Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
    •  Lower Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
    •  Engine Noise Under Load
    •  Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate
    •  Coolant in Engine Oil
    •  Engine Compression Test
    •  Cylinder Leakage Test : 1.6L LDE, LXV, 1.8L 2H0, LUW and LFH
    •  Oil Consumption Diagnosis
    •  Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing
    •  Oil Leak Diagnosis
    •  Crankcase Ventilation System Inspection/Diagnosis : LDE, LED, LFJ, LXV, 2H0, LUW, LFH
    •  Drive Belt Chirping, Squeal, and Whine Diagnosis
    •  Drive Belt Rumbling and Vibration Diagnosis
    •  Drive Belt Falls Off and Excessive Wear Diagnosis
    •  Drive Belt Tensioner Diagnosis
   


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