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John Deere 316 Troubleshooting

John Deere 316 Engine Problems

Engine does not start

No gasoline in tank - Add gasoline.
Low-quality gasoline - Use quality fuel.
Old fuel - Drain gasoline and add fresh.
Water or air in fuel system - Remove air or water from system.
Spark plug defective - Replace if necessary.
Spark plug damaged - Installing new spark plug.
Fuel filter is dirty - Fuel filter needs changing.
Brake pedal not depressed - Press the brake pedal.
Carburetor is not adjusted - Check carburetor float adjustment.
Test fuel transfer pump output. Check the Valves and Compression System.

Engine is difficult to start

Faulty spark plug - Test spark and change as required.
Problems with carburetor adjustment - Adjust as required.
Dirt in fuel lines - Clean the system carefully.
Choke cable damaged - Replacement required.
Stale or incorrect fuel - Pour quality fuel.
Electrical connections are damaged - Checking and replace.
Starter fault - Test starter and repair if necessary.

Engine runs unevenly

Cooling fins blocked - Clean and wash cooling fins.
Loose electrical connections - Inspect and repair defective contacts.
Ignition setting defective - Check ignition and adjust if necessary.
Choke cable sticks - Repair or replace.
Air cleaner element plugged - Replace air cleaner.

Engine misses

Spark plug failed - Replace spark plug.
Carburetor malfunction - Inspect and overhaul.
Ignition coil is damaged - Inspect ignition coil and change if required.

Engine overheats

Excessive engine load - Reduce the load.
Air inlet or cooling fins blocked - Clean and wash dirty components.
Too little or too much oil - Check oil level. Test engine oil pressure.
Poor quality oil - Change oil.
Check connecting rod to crankshaft bearing clearance.
Idle speed problems - Adjust carburetor for slower idle speed.

Engine doesn't idle speed

Spark plug is loose - Check spark plug gap.
Spark plug wear - Check the spark and replace defective spark.

JD 316 Engine knocks

Low octane gasoline - Use proper fuel.
Engine overloaded - Reduce loads.
Lack of engine oil - add oil as required.
Engine is running at low revs - Adjust the required speed.
Cylinder bore and rings are wear - Inspect and replace if required.
Check for engine overheating from plugged cooling fins.
Inspect and adjusting crankshaft end play.
Check for loose or worn connecting rods.

Engine back-fire

Checking spark plug.
Inspect and adjust choke.
Adjust carburetor idle mixture screw.
Check and adjust ignition coil air gap.
Inspect inlet and outlet valves.
Test valve clearance, adjusting if necessary.
Check flywheel key.

Engine does not develop full power

Engine temperature too high - Air cleaner element plugged.
Overfilling engine oil - Remove excess oil.
Fuel pump problems - Test fuel pump output.
Defective governor - Inspect and repair governor.
Inspect and repair carburetor.
Checking engine compression.

Engine using too much gasoline

Choke didn't open fully - Inspect throttle cable.
Incorrect carburetor adjustment - Checking and adjusting carburetor.

Black smoke is emitted during operation

Air filter is dirty or oil soaked - Clean or change filter.
Throttle not fully engaged - Inspect and adjust choke.
Inspect carburetor needle valve and seat for wear or damage.

JD 316 Electrical System Troubleshooting

Starter motor will not turn engine

Fuse is defective - Check and change.
Battery contacts are corroded - Clean terminals.
Battery not charged - Charge the battery.
Ignition lock is damaged - Installing new lock.
Starter is damaged - Install new starter.
Wiring damage - Reconnect wires.

Battery doesn't charge

Dead cell in the battery - Replace the battery.
Battery terminals and cables are dirty - Inspect and Clean.

Lighting does not function

Headlight wire connector disconnected.
lamp defective.
Wiring damaged.

John Deere 316 Machine Problems

Excessive tractor vibration

Equipment drive belts worn out - Inspect and change damaged belt.
Worn traction drive belt - Fit new belt.
Drive pulley is dirty - Replace if necessary.
Mower blades malfunction - Tighten and balance blade.

The engine is running but tractor is not moving

Parking brake is applied - Disengage the park brake.
Bypass valve lever is engaged - Set bypass valve to the off position.
Blades loose - Fasten the blades securely.
Poor blade balancing - Check blade balancing.
Too little transmission oil - Topping up oil.

John Deere 316 Mower Deck Troubleshooting

Discharge Chute Plugged

Operating at a faster ground speed - Need to reduce speed.
Grass too long - Adjust cutting height.
The grass is wet - Wait until the grass dries.
Engine rpm reduced - Increase engine speed.
Airflow restriction - Check engine speed.
Mower cuts too low - Choose the correct cutting height.
Belt fitted incorrectly - Check belt installation.

Streaking of uncut grass

Mower deck clogged - Check cutting deck and clean if necessary.
Damaged or worn blade - Check for blade damage and replace if necessary.
Deck level is too low - Level mower deck.
Bagger too full - Clean grass bag.
Speed is very high - Do not use high speed.

Belt slips

Dirt in the sheaves - Need to clean the pulley.
Drive belt damage - Fit new belt.
Poor belt tension - Check belt tension.

The lawn mower vibrates excessively

Mower clogged or in pulleys - Clean sheave and deck from clogging.
Damaged pulleys or belt - Replace worn parts.
Belt or pulleys out of alignment - Check and adjust.
Blades are not balanced correctly - Balance blades properly.

Blades scalping grass

Cutting height incorrect - adjust cutting height.
Mower height wheels not adjusted - Adjust front or back wheel height.
Tire pressure is uneven - Check and inflate the tires.
High blade speed during mowing - Adjust the speed of blades.
Bent mower blades - Replace blades.

Uneven Cut

Deck level is too low - Level mower deck.
Low tire inflation - Need to inflate tires.
Incorrect wheel height - Adjust front or back wheel height.
Operating at a faster ground speed - Operate the mower at low speed.
Mower blade worn or bent - Sharpen the blade or install a new one.

JOHN DEERE TRACTORS ATTACHMENTS
420	430	455	790	990
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X485	X500	X540	X570	X590
X700	X720	X738	X758	1023E
2025R	2210	2520	3025E	3032E
3038E	3038R	3039R	3046R	3203
3320	3520	4052R	4066R	4100
4105	4115	4200	4310	4320
4400	4410	4520	4600	4720

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