Poor Transient Response Smoke
January 07, 2021| Possible Cause | Possible Remedy | |
| Fuel injection pump or fuel injectors incorrectly set | Refer to engine manufacturer's manual and replace or adjust faulty components | |
| Seized valve |
| Free valve or replace complete turbine housing sub-assembly |
| Wastegate mechanism set incorrectly |
| Contact engine experts for correct setting details |
| Dirty air cleaner |
| Clean or replace element according to manufacturer's recommendations |
| Restricted compressor intake duct |
| Remove restriction or replace damaged parts as required |
| Restricted air duct from compressor to intake manifold | Remove restriction or replace damaged parts as required | |
| Restricted intake manifold | Refer to engine manufacturer's manual and remove restriction | |
| Air leak beween intake manifold and engine | Refer to engine manufacturer's manual and replace gaskets or tighten fastners | |
| Exhaust manifold cracked, gaskets blown or missing | Refer to engine manufacturer's manual and replace gaskets or damaged parts | |
| Gas leak at turbine inlet/exhaust manifold joint | Replace gasket or tighten fasteners as required | |
| Gas leak in ducting after turbine outlet | Refer to engine manufacturer's manual and repair leak |