To determine if aerated fuel is causing excessive white smoke, perform the following steps:
- Disconnect the fuel line return hose from the fitting located at the fuel tank; refer to OEM guidelines.
- Place the open end of the fuel line into a suitable container.
- Start and run the engine.
- Operate the engine at 1000 r/min.
- Visually check to see if air bubbles are rising to the surface of the fuel within the container.
- If air bubbles are present, shut down engine;
- If air bubbles are not present, shut down engine, check for improper injector calibration setting;
Aerated Fuel Resolution
Perform the following to resolve aerated fuel:
- Tighten all fuel line connections between fuel tank and fuel pump; refer to OEM guidelines.
- Visually inspect all fuel lines between fuel tank and fuel pump for leaks.
- Repair damaged components as required; refer to OEM guidelines.
- Verify aerated fuel resolution;
Test the Engine with Aerated Fuel Resolution
Perform the following to determine if aerated fuel resolution resolved excessive white smoke condition:
- Start and run the engine.
- Run the engine at idle with a no-load for approximately 5 minutes, allowing the engine coolant to reach normal operating range.
- Visually inspect exhaust for excessive white smoke.
- If the engine exhaust emission appears normal, no further troubleshooting is required. Shut down the engine.
- If the engine exhaust emission is excessively white, shut down the engine. Check for improper injector calibration setting;