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Case IH 3230 Troubleshooting

The Case International 3230 is a 3200-series utility tractor. This model was manufactured from 1994 to 1997. The IH 3230 tractor is powered by Case D206 four-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine with operating power of 56.1 Hp (41.8 kw) and 220 Nm (163.2 lb-ft) of max torque at 1400 rpm.

The Case IH 3230 is fitted with two types of transmission. Type 1: 8x4 synchromesh transmission. Type 2: partial powershift transmission with 16 forward and 8 reverse gears. The maximum travel speed is 15.7mph / 25.2 km/h (forward) and 4.8 mph / 7.9 km/h (reverse).

The open center hydraulic system includes a gear pump with fluid flow rate of 15,6 gpm (59 lpm). The main relief pressure is 175 bar (2500 psi). The two-wheel drive tractors are equipped with 7.50x16 front tyres and 16.9x28 rear tyres. The 8.3x24 front tyres and 23.1x34 rear tyres fit four-wheel drive models. The wheelbase is 84.5 inches (2140 mm) for 2WD (4x2) models and 88 inches (2230 mm) for 4WD (4x4) models.

Diesel Engine Troubleshooting
Engine hard to start or won't start

Air in fuel system - Bleed fuel system.
Clogged fuel filter - Filter maintenance required.
Dirty or damaged injection nozzles - Change fuel injection nozzles.
Dirt or water in fuel system - Drain water or flush dirt from the system.
Incorrect valve clearance - Need to adjust valve clearance.
Fuel injection pump is not working correctly - Install a new pump or rebuild.

Engine starts but then stops

Intake air restriction - Air filter maintenance required.
Fuel filter plugging - Service the filter.
Problems with fuel injection pump tightness - Inspect fuel injection pump for leaks.
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Replace or clean fuel injectors.
Fuel injection pump failure - Replace injection pump or repair it.

Engine stalls while running

Coolant temperature is low - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Fuel filter plugging - Replace filter element.
There is air in the fuel system - Bleed the system.
Clogged injection nozzle - Service or change injection nozzles.
Improper fuel injection timing - Set the fuel pump timing correctly.

Engine stops when idling

Too low idle RPM - Normalize low idle speed.
Fuel injection pump is faulty - Repair or install new pump.
Fuel injector fault - Inspect fuel injectors and change as required.
Valve clearance is out of adjustment - Have it adjusted.

Reduced engine power

Dirty air filter element - Clean or change the filter.
Faulty or dirty injection nozzles - Service or change injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pressure is wrong - Test fuel injection pressure and adjust it correctly.
Valve clearance is out of adjustment - Adjust valve clearance.
Low idle speed setting is not correct - Correct the settings.
Dirt in the fuel lines or hoses - Service fuel hoses and lines.
Cylinder head gasket is blown - Gasket should be replaced.
Piston rings are worn or defective - Piston rings need to be replaced.

Engine is overheated

Insufficient coolant - Add coolant and check the components of cooling system.
Engine oil insufficient - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Dirty radiator fins or defective radiator cap - Replace cap or clean radiator.
Fan belt is worn or faulty - Change the fan belt.
Engine overload - Reduce load or shift to lower gear.

Insufficient oil pressure

Low oil level - Add oil as required.
Oil filter clogged - Change or clean engine oil filter element.
Different type of engine oil - Use the specified type of engine oil.
Incorrect crankshaft bearing oil clearance - Bearings need to be reinstalled.
Oil pump is worn or damaged - Replace as required.

Engine knocks or noises

Engine oil level low - Fill up the engine oil.
Engine is not fully warmed up - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Improper setting of fuel injection pump timing - Adjust as recommended.
Incorrect low idle setting - Need to adjust idle speed.
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Inspect fuel injectors and change as required.
Faulty or misaligned connecting rod - Need to replace or align the connecting rod.
Worn or broken pistons - Replace the pistons.

Transmission Troubleshooting
Low transmission oil pressure

Lack of transmission fluid - Add fluid to the transmission housing.
Dirty transmission fluid filter element (if equipped) - Clean or change transmission fluid filter.
Relief valve is damaged - Replace relief valve.

Transmission is making noise

Lack of transmission fluid - Need to add transmission fluid.
Transmission oil is contaminated - Fill up with fresh transmission oil.
Gears are damaged or backlash is incorrect - Replace defective gears or set backlash properly.
Bearings are cracked or worn - Change faulty bearings.
Worn or damaged gear shift forks - Change the shift forks.
Shaft splines are worn or damaged - Change defective shaft.

Difficult to shift gears

Gear shift linkage is corroded or worn - Replace or lubricate the shift linkage.
Shift forks are worn or bent - Change defective shift forks.
Worn out parts of the gearshift mechanism - Replace worn parts.
Malfunction or incorrect clutch adjustment - Adjust correctly or replace.

Transmission oil leakage

Too much oil in transmission - Drain the excess oil.
Seals or gaskets are worn - Install new components.

Hydraulics Troubleshooting
Hydraulic oil pressure too low

Hydraulic fluid is insufficient - Checking hydraulic fluid level and add if necessary.
Hydraulic oil filter is clogged - Install a new hydraulic filter element.
Defective hydraulic pump - Repair or replace hydraulic oil pump.
Hydraulic spool valve block is not adjusted properly - The spool valve should be properly adjusted.
Defective hydraulic cylinder - Replace or repair hydraulic cylinder.
Leaks in hydraulic lines - Inspect the system for leaks and fix it.

Hydraulic system overheats

Main relief valve malfunctioning - Replace relief valve.
Improper type of hydraulic fluid - The correct type of fluid must be used.
Hydraulic fluid contamination - Change hydraulic fluid.
There is air in the hydraulic system - Bleed hydraulic system.

3-point hitch won't lift or lifts slowly

Excessive load on hitch - Reduce the load is required.
Hydraulic oil level low - Need to add oil.
Dirty hydraulic fluid filter - Clean or change hydraulic filter.
Faulty hydraulic pump - Replace or repair hydraulic oil pump.
Main relief valve failure - Relief valve must be changed.
Damaged hydraulic control valve - Install a new valve or repair it.
Broken hydraulic cylinder - Repair or replace hydraulic cylinder.
Loose or broken suction line - Tighten the pipe or replace it.

3-point hitch won't lower or lowers slowly

Incorrect setting hydraulic spool valve - Use the correct setting.
Defective hydraulic cylinder - Repair or change hydraulic cylinder.
Unadjusted hitch - The 3-point hitch must be adjusted.
Worn hitch rock shaft - Replace the shaft.

Hitch drop or lift is jerky

There is air in the hydraulic system - Bleed hydraulic system.
Contaminated hydraulic oil - Change hydraulic oil.
Hydraulic pump failure - Install a new hydraulic fluid pump.
Defective hydraulic control valve - Repair or change the valve.
Broken hydraulic cylinder - Install a new hydraulic cylinder or repair it.

Steering Troubleshooting
Steering is stiff

Improperly fitted or damaged steering column - Refit or change the steering column.
Air lock in the steering system - Bleed the system of air.
Incorrect toe-in - Adjust toe-in wheels.
Tyre pressure is uneven - Adjust the tyre pressure.
Steering pump is faulty - Repair or replace steering pump.
Pump flow control valve is stuck or damaged - Replace or service control valve.
Not enough steering fluid - Fill up steering fluid to required level.

Excessive steering wheel play

Steering column shaft or coupling is worn out - Change faulty part.
Steering pump is worn - Install a new steering pump.
Loose or worn steering linkage components - Replace or repair steering linkage.

Front wheels wander to left or right

Front tyres are worn unevenly - Install new tyres.
Improper toe-in - Adjust toe-in wheels.
Steering linkage parts are loose or worn - Repair or replace steering linkage.
Damaged or improperly adjusted or worn front wheel bearings - Adjust properly or change bearings.

Electrical Troubleshooting
Battery does not charge

Electrical wire connections are loose or corroded - Clean or tighten connections.
Defective battery terminal clamps - Change terminal clamps.
Battery is worn - Battery replacement required.
Loose or damaged belt - Belt needs to be adjusted or replaced.

Starter cranks slow

Battery capacity is low - Battery is drained, charge it.
Battery drains quickly - Service or replace the battery.
Battery terminals are corroded or wires are disconnected - Check wiring and clean or replace terminals.

Starter motor won't turn

Battery is discharged or worn - Recharge or replace battery.
Battery wiring is disconnected or improperly connected - Inspect wiring and connect as required.
Battery power is low - Charge the battery.
Starter motor failure - Change or repair starter.

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