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Mahindra Max 24 Troubleshooting
The
Mahindra Max 24 is a 4-wheel drive compact utility tractor. This model was
manufactured from 2014 to 2019. The components of Mahindra Max 24 powerline
system: a 80.4 cubic inches (1.3 L) Mitsubishi S3L2 four-cycle three-cylinder
indirect injection naturally aspirated liquid-cooled diesel engine with a rated
power of 24.5 Hp (18.3 kW), and hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward
and reverse gears.
The maximum travel speed (forward/reverse): 9.6 mph (15.5 km/h) and 5 mph (8 km/h). The open center hydraulic system includes a gear pump with rated fluid flow of 4.6 gal/min (17.5 l/min). The Mahindra Max 24 is equipped with a hydrostatic power steering system, wet disc brakes, 20x8.00-10 front tyres, and 29x12.5-15 rear tyres. The tractor is compatible with Mahindra Max 24L front end-loader with a maximum lift height of 75" (1900 mm), and Mahindra Max 24B backhoe with maximum digging depth of 80" (2030 mm).
| Engine Troubleshooting |
| Engine difficult to start or doesn't start |
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air.
Clogged fuel filter - Service the filter.
Fuel injection nozzles are faulty or clogged - Change fuel injection nozzles.
Water in the fuel system - Change fuel and repair fuel system.
Incorrect valve clearance - Correct valve clearance.
Fuel injection pump malfunctioning - Rebuild or replace pump.
| Engine starts but stalls immediately |
Air filter is dirty - Clean or replace element.
Clogged fuel filter - Change the filter element.
Fuel injection pump has loose connections - Tighten the connections.
Defective fuel injectors - Inspect fuel injectors and change as required.
Fuel injection pump malfunction - Repair or install new pump.
| Engine stops unexpectedly during operation |
Coolant temperature is low - Warm up to required temperature.
Dirty fuel filter - Service the filter.
There is air in the fuel system - Bleed the system.
Fuel injection nozzles are dirty or defective - Inspect nozzles and replace if necessary.
Fuel injection pump timing is not adjusted - Use the correct fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
| Engine stops at idle |
Wrong adjustment of low idle speed - Correct low idle adjustment.
Fuel injection pump is not operating properly - Install a new fuel pump or repair.
Defective fuel injectors - Inspect fuel injectors and change as required.
Excessive valve clearance - Adjust to proper valve clearance.
| Engine lacks power |
Air filter is clogged - Install new air filter element.
Dirty or faulty injection nozzles - Clean or change injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pressure is incorrect - Test fuel injection pressure and adjust it correctly.
Valve out of adjustment - Check and adjust as required.
Incorrect low idle speed adjustment - Adjustment required.
Fuel hoses or lines are clogged - Fuel lines and hoses need to be cleaned.
Cylinder-head gasket is leaking - Install a new gasket.
Damaged or leaking piston rings - Piston rings replacement required.
| Engine overheating |
Coolant level is low - Fill radiator to proper level and check components for faults.
Engine oil level is insufficient - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Clogged radiator fins or damaged radiator cap - Change cap or clean radiator.
Fan belt is worn or faulty - Fan belt must be replaced.
Engine overload - Reduce load or shift to lower gear.
| Oil pressure is insufficient |
Engine oil insufficient - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Oil filter is clogged - Clean or change engine oil filter.
Wrong oil viscosity - Drain and refill with oil of correct grade and viscosity.
Incorrect oil clearance in crankshaft bearing - Change bearings.
Oil pump malfunction - Repair or change.
| Abnormal engine noise or knocking |
Engine oil level low - Need to add engine oil.
Coolant temperature is low - Normalize the temperature by warming up the engine.
Fuel injection pump timing is wrong - Adjust according to specifications.
Incorrect low idle speed adjustment - Correct low idle settings.
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Clean fuel injectors or change it.
Connecting rod is not aligned or worn - Need to align or replace the connecting rod.
Scored or worn pistons - Pistons replacement required.
| Hydrostatic Transmission Troubleshooting |
| HST transmission noise |
Fluid is contaminated or fluid level is insufficient - Fill to required level or change the fluid.
Speed control pedal linkage is damaged or out of adjustment - Adjust or install new linkage.
Stuck relief valve - Install a new relief valve.
Transmission overload - The load should be reduced.
Damaged or worn components of hydrostatic transmission - Replace or repair defective components.
| Power is too low |
Lack of transmission fluid - Add fluid to the transmission housing.
Defective relief valve - Replace relief valve as required.
Speed control pedal linkage is damaged or out of adjustment - Adjust or replace linkage.
| Transmission fluid overheating |
Transmission oil insufficient - Add oil to the transmission housing.
Clogged transmission fluid filter - Service or replace the transmission fluid filter.
Cooling components are damaged or clogged - Inspect all cooling components and replace or clean if necessary.
Transmission overloaded - Reduce loading.
| Transmission oil leakage |
Seals or gaskets are broken - Install new components.
High internal transmission case pressure - Change defective parts.
Plugged transmission fluid return tube - Service or replace return tube.
| Hydraulic System Troubleshooting |
| Hydraulic oil pressure is insufficient |
Insufficient hydraulic fluid - Add fluid as required.
Clogged hydraulic fluid filter element - Change hydraulic filter element or clean if necessary.
Damaged hydraulic pump - Replace or repair hydraulic fluid pump.
Hydraulic control valve block is set improperly - Set properly.
Hydraulic cylinder failure - Repair or change hydraulic cylinder.
Leaking hydraulic lines - Find leaks in the system and fix it.
| Hydraulic system is overheated |
Main relief valve failure - Change relief valve.
Wrong type of hydraulic fluid - Fill up with the correct type of hydraulic fluid.
Hydraulic oil is contaminated - Fill up with fresh hydraulic oil.
Air in hydraulic lines - Bleed hydraulic lines.
| 3-point hitch won't lift or lifts slowly |
Excessive load on hitch - Load needs to be reduced.
Hydraulic oil level low - Fill the system to proper hydraulic oil level.
Dirty hydraulic fluid filter element - Hydraulic filter maintenance required.
Hydraulic pump not working - Repair or replace hydraulic fluid pump.
Damaged main relief valve - Relief valve must be changed.
Hydraulic spool valve is faulty - Repair or change hydraulic valve.
Hydraulic cylinder is broken - Repair or change hydraulic cylinder.
Disconnected or broken suction pipe - Connect or change pipe.
| Hitch cannot be dropped or dropping is too slow |
Hydraulic control valve is out of adjustment - Need to make adjustment.
Hydraulic cylinder not working - Replace or repair hydraulic cylinder.
The hitch is not adjusted - Adjust the 3-point hitch.
Worn hitch cross shaft - Change the shaft.
| Hitch lower or lift is jerky |
Air in hydraulic lines - Bleed hydraulic lines.
Contaminated hydraulic fluid - Change hydraulic fluid.
Hydraulic pump is faulty - Repair or replace hydraulic fluid pump.
Hydraulic spool valve block is defective - Repair or change the valve.
Hydraulic cylinder is defective - Repair or replace hydraulic cylinder.
| Steering Troubleshooting |
| Hard Steering |
Defective or incorrectly mounted steering column - Change steering column or mount correctly.
Air lock in hydraulic steering system - Bleed air from system.
Improper toe-in - Check toe-in and correct.
Tire pressure is uneven - Adjust the tire pressure.
Faulty steering pump - Replace or repair steering pump.
Stuck or damaged steering pump control valve - Clean or replace control valve.
Steering fluid level low - Checking steering fluid level and add it if necessary.
| Excessive steering wheel free play |
Steering column shaft or coupling is worn out - Change defective component.
Damaged hydraulic steering pump - Check the steering pump and replace if necessary.
Worn or loose steering linkage assembly - Change or repair steering linkage.
| Tractor pulls to left or right |
Tire pressure is uneven - Adjust the tire pressure.
Improper toe-in - Adjust toe-in properly.
Steering linkage assembly is worn or loose - Replace or repair steering linkage.
Front wheel bearings are defective or improperly adjusted - Adjust correctly or install new bearings.
| Electrical Troubleshooting |
| Battery cannot be charged |
Loose or corroded electrical wiring connections - Tighten or service cable connections.
Battery terminal connectors are defective - Terminal connectors should be replaced.
Battery faulty cell - Replace the battery.
Belt is worn or loose - Adjust belt tension or change the belt.
| Starter motor cranks slow |
Low battery voltage - Battery is drained, charge it.
Battery is draining quickly - Service or replace the battery.
Corroded battery terminals or disconnected wires - Connect wires correctly or change terminals.
| Starter motor won't turn |
Battery is low or faulty - Need to charge or replace the battery.
Wiring is incorrectly connected or disconnected - Inspect wiring and connect correctly.
Battery capacity is low - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Faulty starter motor - Replace or repair starter.
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