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Mahindra 3016 Troubleshooting
The
Mahindra 3016 compact utility tractor was manufactured between 2011 and 2021.
The Mahindra 3016 tractor is powered by Mitsubishi S3L2 4-cycle 3-cylinder
indirect injection water-cooled diesel engine. A 80.4 cubic inches (1.3 L)
engine has a cylinder bore of 3.07" (78 mm), piston stroke of 3.62" (92 mm), and
rated power of 30 hp (22.5 kW). The Mahindra 3016 is fitted with a 2
transmission options: 8x8 synchronized shuttle transmission, or 3-range
hydrostatic transmission.
The maximum forward speed - 13.9 mph (22.2 km/h), maximum reverse speed - 9.9 mph (16 km/h). The open center hydraulic system includes a gear pump with rated fluid flow of 7.8 gal/min (29.5 l/min). The main relief pressure is 152 bar (2205 psi). The tractor is equipped with a hydrostatic power steering system, wet disc brakes, 25x8.50-14 front tyres, and 13.6x16 rear tyres. The tractor is compatible with Mahindra ML115 front end-loader with a maximum lift height of 99" (2510 mm), and Mahindra 3715 backhoe with maximum digging depth of 94" (2380 mm).
| Engine Troubleshooting |
| Engine starts hard or doesn't start |
Air in fuel tank - Bleed fuel tank.
Fuel filter element is dirty - Replace the filter element.
Damaged or dirty injection nozzles - Check and replace nozzles if required.
Dirt or water in fuel system - Drain water or flush dirt from the system.
Valve clearance is not correct - Correct valve clearance.
Fuel injection pump is faulty - Change or repair the pump.
| Engine starts and stops suddenly |
Clogged air filter element - Clean or replace the element.
Fuel filter plugging - Filter maintenance required.
Poor fuel injection pump tightness - Look for any leaks of fuel pump Tighten it fast.
Dirty or defective injectors - Clean or replace fuel injectors.
Fuel injection pump is not working correctly - Replace or rebuild injection pump.
| Engine stalls after running |
Engine is not preheated - Warm up the engine.
Fuel filter plugged - Clean the filter element.
There is air in the fuel system - Bleed the system.
Clogged injection nozzle - Check and replace nozzles if required.
Fuel injection pump timing is wrong - Adjust as recommended.
| Engine stalls when idling |
Incorrect low idle speed adjustment - Test and adjust.
Defective fuel injection pump - Rebuild or replace pump.
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Change or clean fuel injectors.
Valve clearance is not correct - Check and adjust as required.
| Engine loses power |
Air filter element clogged - Service or replace the air filter.
Defective injection nozzle - Test injection nozzles and change if necessary.
Uneven fuel injection pressure - Adjust pressure to proper level.
Excessive valve clearance - Adjust valve clearance.
Wrong adjustment of low idle speed - Adjust the low idle speed.
Fuel hoses or lines clogging - Clean fuel lines and hoses.
Cylinder head gasket is damaged - Change cylinder head gasket.
Defective or worn piston rings - Piston rings replacement required.
| Engine overheats |
Low engine coolant - Add coolant fluid and inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Low engine oil level - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Defective radiator cap or clogged radiator fins - Install new cap or clean radiator.
Fan belt is broken or worn - Belt replacement is recommended.
Engine is running overloaded - Shift to lower gear or reduce the load.
| Oil pressure too low |
Engine oil insufficient - Check and refill the oil.
Oil filter clogging - Change or service engine oil filter.
Oil grade or viscosity is wrong - Use oil of correct viscosity.
Excessive main bearing oil clearance - Bearing needs to be changed.
Defective oil pump - Inspect and change as required.
| Engine noise or knocking |
Insufficient engine oil - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature - Warm up engine as required.
Improper fuel injection timing - Check the fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Improperly adjusted low idle speed - Correct low idle adjustment.
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Clean fuel injectors or change it.
Misaligned or defective connecting rod Need to replace or align the connecting rod.
Pistons are worn or broken - Pistons replacement required.
| Transmission Troubleshooting |
| Transmission oil pressure is insufficient |
Insufficient transmission oil - Check transmission oil level and add oil as required.
Transmission fluid filter element is clogged (if equipped) - Service or change transmission fluid filter.
Relief valve is stuck - Install a new relief valve.
| Transmission makes noise |
Transmission fluid level is low - Fill the transmission housing to proper fluid level.
Transmission oil is dirty - Fill up with fresh transmission oil.
Backlash is incorrect or gears are damaged - Install new gears and set backlash correctly.
Bearings are damaged or worn - Faulty bearings should be replaced.
Worn or bent gear shift forks - Change the shift forks.
Stuck or worn shaft splines - Install a new shaft.
| Hard to shift gears |
Rusty or worn gear shift linkage - Install a new gear shift linkage.
Worn or damaged gear shift forks - Shift forks need to be replaced.
Defective parts in the gearshift mechanism - Replace defective parts.
Clutch is faulty or misadjusted - Adjust clutch or change if necessary.
| Transmission fluid leaking |
High transmission fluid level - Drain the excess fluid.
Damaged seals or gaskets - Gaskets or seal replacement required.
| Hydrostatic Transmission Troubleshooting |
| HST transmission is making noise |
Contaminated transmission fluid or low fluid level - Fill to required level or change the fluid.
Defective or not adjusted speed control pedal linkage - Repair or adjust linkage.
Defective relief valve - Replace relief valve as required.
Excessive loading - Reduce loading.
Transmission components are damaged or worn - Check internal transmission parts for damage or wear and replace if required.
| Power is too low |
Insufficient transmission fluid - Checking transmission fluid level and add if necessary.
Defective relief valve - Install a new valve.
Speed control linkage is defective or unadjusted - Adjust or repair linkage.
| Transmission oil overheats |
Transmission fluid insufficient - Checking transmission fluid level and add if necessary.
Dirty transmission oil filter element - Clean or replace the transmission filter.
Cooling components are damaged or clogged - Inspect all cooling components and replace or repair if necessary.
Excessive transmission load - The load should be reduced.
| Transmission oil leaking |
Seals or gaskets are broken - Seals and gaskets replacement required.
High internal transmission case pressure - Replace worn components.
Clogged oil return pipe - Clean or change return pipe.
| Hydraulics Troubleshooting |
| Low hydraulic fluid pressure |
Hydraulic fluid is insufficient - Fill up the hydraulic fluid.
Hydraulic oil filter is clogged - Replace hydraulic filter element or service if necessary.
Faulty hydraulic pump - Change or repair hydraulic oil pump.
Not adjusted hydraulic control valve - Need to adjust.
Hydraulic cylinder not working - Repair or install a new hydraulic cylinder.
Hydraulic piping is leaking - Inspect hydraulic system for leaks and repair it.
| Hydraulics overheating |
Faulty main relief valve - Install a new relief valve.
Incorrect hydraulic oil type - Use the correct type of hydraulic oil.
Hydraulic fluid contamination - Change hydraulic fluid.
There is air in the hydraulic system - Bleed hydraulic system.
| Three-point hitch cannot be lifted or lifting is too slow |
Excessive load on hitch - Reduce loading.
Insufficient hydraulic oil - Checking hydraulic oil level and add if necessary.
Dirty hydraulic oil filter element - Change hydraulic filter element or clean if necessary.
Hydraulic pump failure - Repair or replace hydraulic oil pump.
Main relief valve is damaged - Change relief valve.
Hydraulic control valve is defective - Change or repair hydraulic valve.
Faulty hydraulic cylinder - Install a new hydraulic cylinder or repair it.
Disconnected or broken suction pipe - Connect or change pipe.
| 3-point hitch won't lower or lowers slowly |
Not adjusted hydraulic spool valve - Need to adjust spool valve.
Hydraulic cylinder is broken - Install a new hydraulic cylinder or repair it.
Three-point hitch has not been adjusted - Adjust three-point hitch as required.
Hitch cross shaft is worn - Install a new shaft.
| Jerky lowering or lifting of the hitch |
There is air in the hydraulic system - Bleed hydraulic system.
Dirty hydraulic oil - The oil must be changed.
Hydraulic pump failure - Repair or replace hydraulic fluid pump.
Hydraulic spool valve block is faulty - Install a new valve or repair it.
Hydraulic cylinder failure - Replace or repair hydraulic cylinder.
| Steering System Troubleshooting |
| Excessive effort to steer |
Incorrectly assembled or damaged steering column - Reassemble the steering column correctly or change it.
Air in steering system - Bleed air.
Improper toe-in - Check toe-in and correct.
Tyre pressure is uneven - Adjust the tyre pressure.
Steering pump not working - Install a new hydraulic steering pump.
Pump flow control valve is stuck or damaged - Clean or install new control valve.
Steering oil level is low - Fill up steering oil to required level.
| Excessive steering wheel free play |
Worn steering column coupling or shaft - Change defective component.
Steering pump failure - Install a new hydraulic steering pump.
Worn or loose steering linkage assembly - Repair or replace steering linkage.
| Front wheels wander to left or right |
Uneven tyre pressure - Inflate the tyres properly.
Not adjusted toe-in - Check toe-in and correct.
Steering linkage assembly is worn or loose - Replace or repair steering linkage.
Improperly adjusted or defective front hub bearings - Change or adjust the bearings properly.
| Electrical System Troubleshooting |
| Battery cannot be charged |
Corroded or loose cable connections - Tighten or service cable connections.
Faulty battery terminal connectors - Replace terminal connectors.
Faulty cell in battery - Change the battery.
Loose or worn belt - Belt needs to be adjusted or replaced.
| Starter turning slow |
Low battery output - Charge the battery.
Battery is not holding charge - Service battery or replace it.
Disconnected battery cables or bad terminals - Connect cables correctly or replace terminals.
| Starter does not work |
Battery is low or faulty - Charge or change the battery.
Disconnected or improperly connected wiring harness - Inspect battery wiring harness and connect as required.
Low battery power - Recharge the battery.
Defective starter motor - Replace or repair starter.
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