Troubleshooting
80Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine cranks but will not start | Incorrect starting procedure | Verify correct starting procedure |
| Engine cranks but will not start | No fuel | Check fuel in tank and manual shut-off valve |
| Engine cranks but will not start | Exhaust restricted | Check and correct exhaust restriction |
| Engine cranks but will not start | Fuel filter plugged or full of water | Replace fuel filter or drain water from filter |
| Engine cranks but will not start | Injection pump not getting fuel or air in fuel system | Check fuel flow at supply pump or bleed fuel system |
| Engine cranks but will not start | Faulty injection pump or nozzles | Consult authorized diesel repair station for repair or replacement |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Engine starting under load | Disengage PTO |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Improper starting procedure | Review starting procedure |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | No fuel | Check fuel tank |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Air in fuel line | Bleed fuel line |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Cold weather | Use cold weather starting aids |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Slow starter speed | See “Starter Cranks Slowly” |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Crankcase oil too heavy | Use oil of proper viscosity |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Improper type of fuel | Consult fuel supplier; use proper type fuel for operating conditions |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Water, dirt, or air in fuel system | Drain, flush, fill, and bleed system |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Clogged fuel filter | Replace filter element |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Dirty or faulty injection nozzles | Have authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor check injectors |
| Engine hard to start or will not start | Injection pump shut-off not reset | Turn key switch to “OFF” then to “ON” |
| Engine knocks | Low engine oil level | Add oil to engine crankcase |
| Engine knocks | Injection pump out of time | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Engine knocks | Low coolant temperature | Remove and check thermostat |
| Engine knocks | Engine overheating | See “Engine Overheats” |
| Engine runs irregularly or stalls frequently | Low coolant temperature | Remove and check thermostat |
| Engine runs irregularly or stalls frequently | Clogged fuel filter | Replace fuel filter element |
| Engine runs irregularly or stalls frequently | Water, dirt, or air in fuel system | Drain, flush, fill, and bleed system |
| Engine runs irregularly or stalls frequently | Dirty or faulty injection nozzles | Have authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor check injectors |
| Below normal engine temperature | Defective thermostat | Remove and check thermostat |
| Below normal engine temperature | Defective temperature gauge or sender | Check gauge, sender, and connections |
| Lack of power | Engine overloaded | Reduce load |
| Lack of power | Intake air restriction | Service air cleaner |
| Lack of power | Clogged fuel filter | Replace filter elements |
| Lack of power | Improper type of fuel | Use proper fuel |
| Lack of power | Overheated engine | See “Engine Overheats” |
| Lack of power | Below normal engine temperature | Remove and check thermostat |
| Lack of power | Improper valve clearance | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Lack of power | Dirty or faulty injection nozzles | Have authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor check injectors |
| Lack of power | Injection pump out of time | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Lack of power | Turbocharger not functioning (Turbocharger engines only.) | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Lack of power | Leaking exhaust manifold gasket | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Lack of power | Defective aneroid control line | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Lack of power | Restricted fuel hose | Clean or replace fuel hose |
| Lack of power | Low fast idle speed | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Low oil pressure | Low oil level | Add oil |
| Low oil pressure | Improper type of oil | Drain, fill crankcase with oil of proper viscosity and quality |
| High oil consumption | Crankcase oil too light | Use proper viscosity oil |
| High oil consumption | Oil leaks | Check for leaks in lines, gaskets, and drain plug |
| High oil consumption | Restricted crankcase vent tube | Clean vent tube |
| High oil consumption | Defective turbocharger | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Engine emits white smoke | Improper type of fuel | Use proper fuel |
| Engine emits white smoke | Low engine temperature | Warm up engine to normal operating temperature |
| Engine emits white smoke | Defective thermostat | Remove and check thermostat |
| Engine emits white smoke | Defective injection nozzles | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Engine emits white smoke | Engine out of time | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke | Improper type of fuel | Use proper fuel |
| Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke | Clogged or dirty air cleaner | Service air cleaner |
| Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke | Engine overloaded | Reduce load |
| Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke | Injection nozzles dirty | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke | Engine out of time | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke | Turbocharger not functioning | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| Engine overheats | Engine overloaded | Reduce load |
| Engine overheats | Low coolant level | Fill radiator to proper level, check radiator and hoses for loose connections or leaks |
| Engine overheats | Faulty radiator cap | Have serviceman check |
| Engine overheats | Stretched poly-vee belt or defective belt tensioner | Check automatic belt tensioner and check belts for stretching. Replace as required |
| Engine overheats | Low engine oil level | Check oil level. Add oil as required |
| Engine overheats | Cooling system needs flushing | Flush cooling system |
| Engine overheats | Defective thermostat | Remove and check thermostat |
| Engine overheats | Defective temperature gauge or sender | Check water temperature with thermometer and replace, if necessary |
| Engine overheats | Incorrect grade of fuel | Use correct grade of fuel |
| High fuel consumption | Improper type of fuel | Use proper type of fuel |
| High fuel consumption | Clogged or dirty air cleaner | Service air cleaner |
| High fuel consumption | Engine overloaded | Reduce load |
| High fuel consumption | Improper valve clearance | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| High fuel consumption | Injection nozzles dirty | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| High fuel consumption | Engine out of time | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| High fuel consumption | Defective turbocharger | See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor |
| High fuel consumption | Low engine temperature | Check thermostat |
| Undercharged system | Excessive electrical load from added accessories | Remove accessories or install higher output alternator |
| Undercharged system | Excessive engine idling | Increase engine rpm when heavy electrical load is used |
| Undercharged system | Poor electrical connections on battery, ground strap, starter, or alternator | Inspect and clean as necessary |
| Undercharged system | Defective battery | Test battery |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this unit’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Showing the first 80 of 100 entries.
Available documents
Owner's manual
Common questions
Which engine powers the Ingersoll Rand G 160?
The Ingersoll Rand G 160 air compressor is powered by the John Deere 6068HF160 engine.
About
Ingersoll Rand G 160 — air compressor. Specifications and parts compiled from manufacturer documents.