TROUBLESHOOTING
6-4
ENGINE
ENGINE
FAULT CAUSES REMEDY
Warning light engine oil pressure: with
the engine running the warning light is
on and an acoustic alarm signal is
given
Oil level in engine too low Top up engine oil
Engine oil filter (filter cartridge) dirty Replace engine oil filter (filter car-
tridge)
Lines or hoses of engine lubricating
system damaged
Check lines and hoses (visual check:
oil leaks) *) Replace defective lines
and hoses
Line or hose connections of engine
lubricating system leaky
Check line and hose connections
(visual check: oil leaks) *) Repair
leaky line and hose connections
Oil pressure switch without function *) Check function of oil pressure
switch; replace defective oil pressure
switch
Vapour is let off at the pressure valve
of the radiator cap
Coolant level in radiator too low Top up coolant (ensure correct mixing
ratio)
Coolant level too low Leaks in the cooling system Check lines and hoses (visual check:
coolant leaks) *) Replace defective
lines and hoses
*) These measures must be performed by your local Komatsu dealer.