TM-9-2815-202-34 Technical Manual for 8V71T Engines for M109 Howitzer Download
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TM 9-2815-202-34 MALFUNCTION TEST OR INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION 3. ENGINE ROTATES BUT FAILS TO START (Cont) Step 5. Step 6. Step 7. Step 8. Check fuel grade. a. Check source of supply to determine fuel being used. b. Refer to applicable vehicle LO for proper grade of fuel. Check fuel lines, fittings, and fuel filters for leaks, loose connections, bends, dents, or kinks. a. Tighten loose connections and fittings. b. Repair or replace damaged fuel lines and filters as required. Check for binding of governor to injector linkage that would prevent positioning of injector racks to FULL FUEL position. a. Correct binding linkage. b. Readjust governor and injector controls (Refer to Para 8-7). Check condition of blower drive shaft and coupling. Replace damaged parts (Refer to Paragraphs 4-16, 5-15, or 5.1-15 for appropriate engine model). END OF TEST Change 1 2-5