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Case IH MX200 Magnum Troubleshooting
The
Case IH MX 200 is a 2WD or 4WD row-crop tractor from Magnum series. This model
was manufactured between 1999 and 2002. The components of Case IH MX200
powerline system: a 505 cubic inches (8.3 L) Cummins 6CTA-8.3 six-cylinder
turbocharged intercooled diesel engine with a rated power of 220 hp (164.1 kW),
and full power shift transmission with 18 forward and 4 reverse gears, or
creeper transmission with 24 forward and 6 reverse gears.
The maximum travel speed (forward/reverse): 21.5 mph (34.6 km/h) and 7.2 mph (11.5 km/h). The closed center hydraulic system includes a piston pump with rated fluid flow of 30 gal/min (113.6 l/min). The hydraulic pressure is 206 bar (2990 psi). The Case IH MX 200 Magnum is equipped with a hydrostatic power steering, differential hydraulic wet disc brakes, 11.00x24 front tyres, and 18.4R46 rear tyres. The wheelbase is 120 in (3050 mm).
| Engine Troubleshooting |
| Engine hard to start or won't start |
Air in fuel system - Bleed fuel system.
Dirty fuel filter - Service the filter.
Fuel injection nozzles are damaged - Test injection nozzles and change if necessary.
Water in the fuel system - Change fuel and repair fuel system.
Valve clearance is out of adjustment - Check and adjust.
Fuel injection pump malfunction - Rebuild or change fuel pump.
| Engine starts and stalls suddenly |
Air filter is clogged - Air filter maintenance required.
Fuel filter element is clogged - Service the filter.
Fuel injection pump has loose connections - Tighten the connections.
Defective fuel injectors - Test and replace fuel injectors if necessary.
Fuel injection pump is broken - Change or repair the pump.
| Engine stops running suddenly |
Low coolant temperature - Warm up to required temperature.
Dirty fuel filter - Change the filter element.
Air in fuel tank - Bleed fuel tank.
Fuel injection nozzles are clogged or faulty - Inspect nozzles and replace if necessary.
Fuel injection pump timing is wrong - Adjust fuel injection pump as required.
| Engine stops while idle |
Wrong adjustment of low idle speed - Need to adjust idle speed.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Replacement or repair required.
Defective fuel injectors - Change or clean fuel injectors.
Valve out of adjustment - Adjust valve clearance.
| Engine power is reduced |
Plugged air cleaner - Carry out maintenance on air filter.
Faulty or dirty injection nozzles - Install a new kit of correctly balanced nozzles.
Uneven fuel injection pressure - Check the fuel injection pressure and adjust if necessary.
The valve clearance is incorrect - Adjust valve clearance according to specifications.
Incorrect low idle setting - Adjust low idling as recommended.
Dirty fuel lines or hoses - Clean fuel system lines and hoses.
Cylinder head gasket is blown - Cylinder-head gasket replacement required.
Piston rings are worn or defective - Piston rings need to be replaced.
| Engine overheats |
Lack of engine coolant - Add coolant and check the components of cooling system.
Engine oil level is insufficient - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Radiator fins are dirty or radiator cap is defective - Change cap or clean radiator.
Fan belt slipping or worn - Fan belt must be replaced.
Engine is under excessive load - Load reducing required.
| Low oil pressure |
Not enough oil in the engine - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Oil filter element is dirty - Change or clean engine oil filter element.
Improper type of engine oil - Use the specified type of engine oil.
Incorrect oil clearance in main bearing - Bearing replacement required.
Oil pump failure - Remove and inspect oil pump.
| Engine noises or knocks |
Low engine oil level - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Coolant temperature is low - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Improper setting of fuel injection pump timing - Check the fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Wrong adjustment of low idle speed - Adjust the low idle speed.
Dirty or defective injectors - Change or clean fuel injectors.
Faulty or misaligned connecting rod - Connecting rod needs to be aligned or changed.
Pistons are broken or worn - Replace the pistons.
| Transmission Troubleshooting |
| Insufficient transmission oil pressure |
Low fluid level - Need to add transmission fluid.
Clogged transmission oil filter element (if fitted) - Clean or change transmission oil filter.
Relief valve is damaged - Change relief valve.
| Transmission is making noise |
Low oil level - Check transmission oil level and add oil as required.
Transmission fluid is contaminated - Transmission fluid change required.
Backlash is incorrect or gears are damaged - Install new gears and adjust backlash properly.
Bearings are broken or worn - Replace the bearings.
Worn or bent shift forks - Install new shift forks.
Shaft splines are damaged or worn - Change the shaft.
| Hard shifting |
Gear shift linkage is worn or rusty - Lubricate or replace the shift linkage.
Worn or bent gear shift forks - Change defective shift forks.
Gearshift mechanism malfunction - Identify and replace failed parts.
Worn or improperly adjusted clutch - Replace or adjust clutch.
| Transmission oil leaking |
Transmission fluid level is exceeded - Excess fluid must be drained.
Damaged seals or gaskets - Replace worn gaskets or seal.
| Hydraulics Troubleshooting |
| Hydraulic oil pressure is insufficient |
Low hydraulic fluid level - Add fluid as required.
Clogged hydraulic fluid filter - Clean or change hydraulic filter.
Hydraulic pump failure - Install a new hydraulic fluid pump.
Hydraulic spool valve is not set properly - Set the spool valve properly.
Hydraulic cylinder failure - Repair or install a new hydraulic cylinder.
Leaks in hydraulic lines - Find leaks in the system and fix it.
| Hydraulics overheating |
Main relief valve is damaged - Relief valve need to be replaced.
Hydraulic fluid type is wrong - Use correct type of hydraulic fluid.
Dirty hydraulic oil - The oil must be changed.
Air trapped in hydraulic system - Bleed air from system.
| Hitch not raising or hitch raises slowly |
Excessive hitch loading - Reduce hitch load.
Insufficient hydraulic fluid - Add fluid as required.
Dirty hydraulic fluid filter element - Clean the hydraulic filter or install new filter element.
Hydraulic pump is defective - Repair or replace hydraulic oil pump.
Main relief valve is damaged - Install a new relief valve.
Hydraulic spool valve is faulty - Repair or replace hydraulic valve.
Hydraulic cylinder is faulty - Repair or replace hydraulic cylinder.
Loose or broken suction line - Tighten the pipe or replace it.
| Hitch fails to drop or drops slowly |
Incorrect setting hydraulic spool valve - Use the correct setting.
Hydraulic cylinder is broken - Repair or replace hydraulic cylinder.
The three-point hitch is not adjusted - The 3-point hitch must be adjusted.
Worn hitch rock shaft - Replace the shaft.
| Jerky lowering or lifting of the hitch |
Air in the hydraulic system - Air bleeding.
Hydraulic oil is contaminated - Fill up with fresh hydraulic oil.
Hydraulic pump not working - Repair or replace hydraulic oil pump.
Hydraulic control valve block is faulty - Replace or repair the valve.
Defective hydraulic cylinder - Repair or change hydraulic cylinder.
| Steering System Troubleshooting |
| Steering wheel is very heavy to turn |
Incorrectly assembled or damaged steering column - Reassemble the steering column correctly or change it.
Air in the hydraulic steering system - Bleed air from system.
Incorrect toe-in - Check toe-in and correct.
Front tyres are worn unevenly - Install new tyres.
Steering pump is worn - Repair or replace steering pump.
Worn or stuck pump flow control valve - Replace or clean flow control valve.
Steering fluid level is insufficient - Add oil to steering system.
| Steering wheel free play is excessive |
Worn steering column shaft or coupling - Replace faulty part.
Defective hydraulic steering pump - Replace or repair steering pump.
Worn or loose steering linkage joints - Repair or change steering linkage.
| Tractor pulls to right or left |
Front tyres are worn unevenly - Install new tyres.
Not adjusted toe-in - Check and adjust toe-in.
Worn or loose steering linkage assembly - Replace or repair steering linkage.
Incorrectly adjusted or damaged front wheel bearings - Adjust correctly or change bearings.
| Electrical Troubleshooting |
| Battery will not charge |
Corroded or loose cable connections - Service or tighten cable connections.
Electrical terminal connectors are defective - Terminal connectors should be replaced.
Battery faulty cell - Use a new battery.
Damaged or loose belt - Replace belt or adjust belt tension.
| Starter motor cranks slow |
Battery voltage is low - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Battery is not holding charge - Service charging system or change battery.
Wires are disconnected or battery terminals are corroded - Connect cables correctly or replace terminals.
| Starter is not working |
Battery is low or faulty - Replace or charge as required.
Wiring harness is disconnected or improperly connected - Check wiring harness and connect as required.
Battery voltage is low - Recharge the battery.
Starter motor is defective - Starter should be replaced.
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