TM 5-4320-306-10
Table 3-1. Operator/Crew Troubleshooting - Continued
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
5. ENGINE STOPS RUNNING
WARNING
Death or serious injury could occur if diesel fuel oil is not handled carefully. Use in a well-
ventilated area away from open flame, arcing equipment, ignition sources, heaters, or excessive
heat. Be certain that fuel lines and connections are secure. Do not inhale vapor. Do not overfill
fuel tank. Engines must be turned off and cooled before refueling. Use proper refueling
procedures and equipment to avoid spillage. Do not run engines near open fuel containers. DO
NOT SMOKE.
Step 1. Check for insufficient fuel supply.
Refill low tank. Perform the checks and services of table 2-2, item 19. If fuel tank is empty, notify
organizational maintenance.
Step 2. Check for malfunctioning engine shutdown valve.
Perform the checks and services of table 2-2, item 24.
Step 3. Check engine air cleaner restriction indicator.
If indicator shows red, and neither rain cap nor cup assembly are damaged, replace primary and
secondary elements (para 3-8).
Step 4. Check that crankcase is filled with oil to the correct level.
CAUTION
Do not overfill. Oil will be blown out through crankcase breather if crankcase is overfiIled.
a. If oil level is low, remove oil filler cap and add proper grade oil as required to maintain correct oil level.
b. Start engine and observe oil pressure gage. If no oil pressure shows on gage, notify organizational
maintenance.
3-6
