TUBE AS 3621597 - Caterpillar

Probable Causes
Diagnostic codes
Event codes
Electrical power supply to the Electronic Control Module (ECM)
Flash file
Throttle signal
Injection actuation pressure
Electrical connectors
Circuit breakers
"Turbocharger outlet (boost) pressure sensor"
Air inlet and exhaust system
Fuel supply
Starting aids (if applicable)
Engine shutdown switches (if applicable)
Engine speed/timing
Unit injectors
CombustionRecommended Actions
Diagnostic Codes, Event Codes, and Electrical Power Supply to the ECM
Certain diagnostic codes and/or event codes may prevent the engine from starting. Connect Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) and check for active codes and/or for logged codes. Troubleshoot any codes that are present before continuing with this procedure.Note: If Cat ET will not communicate with the ECM, the problem is most likely with the electrical power supply to the ECM. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electrical Power Supply - Test".Flash File
Verify that the latest flash file has been installed into the ECM.Throttle Signal
Monitor the status for "Throttle Position" on Cat ET. Verify that the status for "Throttle Position" is stable and that the engine is able to reach high idle speed. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Speed Control - Test".Injection Actuation Pressure
Check the engine oil level. Engine oil supplies the injection actuation pressure circuit. The engine oil must be kept at the proper level for fuel injection.
If service has recently been performed on the engine, air may be present in the injection actuation pressure circuit. Allow the engine to fully warm up and operate the engine under load in order to purge the air from the injection actuation pressure circuit.
Perform the "Injection Actuation Pressure Test " in Cat ET. Check the injection actuation pressure. If necessary, check the operation of the injection actuation pressure control valve. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Injection Actuation Pressure Control Valve - Test".Electrical Connectors
Disconnect the J1/P1 and J2/P2 ECM connectors. Inspect each connector for moisture and corrosion. Also, inspect the harness and connectors for the unit injectors from the ECM to the valve cover. Inspect the connectors for the engine speed/timing circuit. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect".Circuit Breakers
Check for circuit breakers that are tripped. If a circuit breaker is tripped, reset the circuit breaker. Determine the cause of a tripped circuit breaker."Turbocharger Outlet (Boost) Pressure Sensor"
Monitor the status of "Fuel Position", "Rated Fuel Limit", and "FRC Fuel Limit" on Cat ET while the engine is operating under full load. These parameters should agree with the information below.
Table 1
"Fuel Position" = "Rated Fuel Limit"
and
"Fuel Position" < "FRC Fuel Limit"    If "Fuel Position" equals "Rated Fuel Limit" and "Fuel Position" is less than "FRC Fuel Limit", the electronics are operating correctly. Otherwise, proceed with the next step.
Monitor the status of "Turbocharger Outlet (Boost) Pressure" and "Atmospheric Pressure" for normal operation on Cat ET. When the engine is not running, "Turbocharger Outlet (Boost) Pressure" should be 0 kPa (0 psi).Air Inlet and Exhaust System
Check the air filter restriction indicator for a plugged filter. If necessary, service the engine. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Check the air inlet and exhaust system for restrictions and/or leaks. Refer to Systems Operation/Testing and Adjusting.Fuel Supply
Visually check the fuel level. Do not rely on the fuel gauge only.