page 85595 ML CRL (S)800-00177REMEDYPROBLEM CAUSEEngine cranks but will not start orstarts hard.Fuel tank empty.Water in fuel or water frozen infuel lines. Water frozen in fuelfilter.Debris or dirt in fuel.Air filter element restricted withdirt, snow, or water.Air intake pipe screen plugged.Check fuel level. Fill asnecessary.Thaw and /or drain water fromfuel tank. Thaw ice in fuel linesand drain. Install new fuel filter.Drain and flush fuel system.Change fuel filter.Clean or replace filter elements.Clean air intake pipe screen.Low engine oil pressure. Low engine oil level.Low viscosity - (using too light ofoil in summer.)Check engine oil level. Fill tocorrect level. Check for andrepair, any leaks.Drain engine oil and fill withheavier weight engine oil.Engine overheats. Low coolant level.Loose, worn, or broken fan belt.Radiator plugged.Air filter elements plugged.Fill to correct level and check forleaks.Tighten or replace belt.Clean and inspect radiator.Clean or replace elements.Engine will not start. Low or discharged battery. Recharge battery.ENGINETROUBLE SHOOTINGUse this section only as a general guide to finding solutions for machine problems.If the machine should malfunction, find the problem in the headings listed then refer to the possible causes andremedies listed with the problem.The list of problems, causes, and remedies will only give an indication of where a possible problem can be andwhat repairs are needed.More, or other, possible servicing may be needed beyond the recommendations in the list or a factory service manmay be required.