3412E Petroleum Engine Caterpillar

Electronic Unit Injector - Test

Usage:

This procedure assists in identifying the cause for an injector misfiring. Perform this procedure only after performing the Cylinder Cutout Test. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Injector Solenoid Circuit - Test" for more information.

Check for air in the fuel, if this procedure has not already been performed. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Air in Fuel - Test".

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The connection of any electrical equipment and the disconnection of any electrical equipment may cause an explosion hazard which may result in injury or death. Do not connect any electrical equipment or disconnect any electrical equipment in an explosive atmosphere.

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Electrical shock hazard. The electronic unit injector system uses 90-120 volts.

Remove the valve cover and look for broken parts. Repair any broken parts or replace any broken parts that are found. Inspect all wiring for the solenoids. Look for loose connections. Also look for frayed wires or broken wires. Ensure that the connector for the unit injector solenoid is properly connected. Perform a pull test on each of the wires.

Look for signs of fuel leakage. Investigate the source of the leaking fuel. Remedy the cause of the fuel leak.

Check the valve lash setting for the cylinder of the suspect unit injector. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust".

Ensure that the bolts that hold the unit injector are tightened to the proper torque. In order to check the torque, loosen the bolts that hold the unit injector. Tighten the bolts to the proper torque. Refer to the Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "Unit Injectors - Remove & Install Unit Injectors".

Remove the suspect unit injector and check the unit injector for signs of exposure to coolant. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "Unit Injectors - Remove & Install Unit Injectors". Exposure to coolant will cause rust to form on the injector. If the unit injector shows signs of exposure to coolant, remove the injector sleeve and inspect the injector sleeve. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "Unit Injector Sleeves - Remove & Install Unit Injector Sleeves". Replace the injector sleeve if the injector sleeve is damaged. Check the unit injector for an excessive brown discoloration that extends beyond the injector tip. If excessive discoloration is found, check the quality of the fuel. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Fuel Quality - Test". Replace the seals on the injector and reinstall the injector. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "Unit Injector - Remove & Install Unit Injectors". Also refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "Unit Injector Sleeves - Remove & Install Unit Injector Sleeves".

If the problem is not resolved, replace the suspect injector with a new injector. In order to verify that the new injector is working properly, perform the Cylinder Cutout Test. Use the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET).