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    • Coolant temperature below normal
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    • Oil pressure too high
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Excessive engine noises

Cause   Correction
Drive
belt squeal, insufficient tension or abnormally high loading
Check
the tensioner and inspect the drive belt. Make sure water pump, tensioner
pulley, fan hub and alternator turn freely.
   
Check
the tension of accessory drive belts. Make sure the accessories turn
freely.
   
Intake
air or exhaust leaks
Refer
to Troubleshooting Logic for excessive exhaust smoke.
   
Excessive
valve lash
Adjust
valves. Make sure the push rods are not bent or the rocker levers
are not severely worn.
   
Turbocharger
noise
Check
turbocharger impeller and turbine wheel for housing contact.
   
Gear
train noise
Visually
inspect and measure gear backlash. Replace gears as required.
   
Power
function knock
Check/replace
rod and main bearings.

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