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DEFINITION: During normal operation the crankcase gases can be seen exiting from the hose at the oil separator. The maximum crankcase pressure is 4 kPa or 16 in of water at 3,100 RPM measured at the oil level indicator tube. | |||||||||||
Oil leak - external |
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PCV check valve (bottom of generator bracket) stuck closed |
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Restricted Positive Crankcase Ventilation vent hole inside the PCV seperator (if equipped) | Confirm the vent hole, if equipped, or area between the bracket and block is not restricted with dirt, ice, or debris. | ||||||||||
Odors | Normal situation | ||||||||||
Noise | Cracked hoses | ||||||||||
Smoke | Internal engine failure |