Definition: Engine delivers less than expected power.
Verify customer's vehicle has an actual problem by comparing it to a similar
vehicle.
Check:
• | Air filter for restriction |
• | Restricted fuel filter, contaminated fuel or improper fuel pressure |
• | Exhaust system for restriction |
• | Secondary voltage using a spark tester and jumper wires to check voltage
output of the secondary coils |
• | Generator charging output voltage. Repair if less than 13 volts or more
than 16 volts with engine running and all accessories Off. |
• | Verify engine has no mechanical knock or spark knock. If knock is present
engine timing will be retarded and loss of power will result. |
• | Engine valve timing, compression or worn camshaft. Refer to engine mechanical
section. |