NHTSA ID Number: 10130998
Manufacturer Communication Number: IK1201314
TSB/Document Date: 2018-04-02
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Performing RCT (Relative Compression Test) and misfire test with CPA Tool
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Title : Performing RCT (Relative Compression Test) and misfire test with CPA Tool
Applies To : MaxxForce 7, DT, 9, 10, 11, 13, N9, N10, N13
CHANGE LOG
Please refer to the change log text box below for recent changes to this article:
10/06/2016- pointed reader to instructions inside BEAM tests
07/18/2016- Added new image for BEAM instructions
07/08/2016- Added link to BEAM Idle test instrucitons
06/21/2016- Updates MF7 RCT instructions
05/24/2016- Added info about RCT+
03/30/2016- Added "DT" to applies to and memory error tip
03/14/2016- Added RCT instructions for I6 and 13L and updated CPA software version and
added SRT's
01/29/2016- Revised images and PDF and note about Cylinders 3 and 8 on graphs
12/09/2015 - Initial Article Release
Tip: If the vehicle batteries cannot handle 3 cranking sessions with RCT+ then press "Stop Test" when the CPA prompts you to start
cranking for the 3rd time. The CPA will process the test.
DESCRIPTION
Navistar
has released new tests for the Cylinder Performance Analyzer (CPA) called Relative Compression Test (RCT) and Misfire (named
"Idle")
The CPA RCT is more reliable than the ServiceMaxx RCT because of the CPA's signal processing capabilities which results in more accurate
cylinder compression analysis.
The CPA RCT identifies low cylinder compression which is a result of worn cylinders, valve train issues, bent connecting rod, etc.
The CPA Idle test can identify misfires & weak cylinders caused by failing injectors, valve train issues, and other causes. It does not issue a
WAC but shows in graph form each cylinders contribution.
1. In order to perform a CPA RCT the CPA software must be updated to. IK2700062 covers the software update process.
2. Idle / Misfire test for MF7 is here
3. CPA RCT can be performed on MaxxForce 7, DT, 9, 10, N9, N10, and MaxxForce 13 & N13
◦ Instructions for performing RCT for MF 7 are here (printing is recommended)
◦ Instructions for performing RCT on MaxxForce 9, 10, DT, N9, and N10 are here (printing is recommended)
◦ Instructions for performing RCT on MaxxForce 11, 13 and N13 are here (printing is recommended)
4. CPA RCT+ instructions are here (and have been added to the CPA software and diagnostic manuals). RCT+ requires the CPA
PressurePlus module (added May 2016)
SYMPTOM(s)
The CPA RCT and RCT+ can assist you when diagnosing the following:
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DPF failures & repeat DPF failures or short DPF life
High blow-by
Oil carryover at road draft tube
Air compressor front seal leaks
Repeat oil leaks
Low power
High oil consumption
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Misfiring
Engine noises
Suspected bent connecting rod due to hydrolocked (excess coolant or fuel entered cylinder)
Hard Starts
The CPA Idle test (misfire) can assist you when diagnosing the following:
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DPF failures
Repeat DPF failures or short DPF life
Oil carryover at road draft tube
Low power
Misfiring or weak cylinder
Suspected bent connecting rod due to hydrolocked (excess coolant or fuel entered cylinder)
Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) & Dashboard Indicator Light(s):
DTC/Light
Description
SPN xxxx FMI xx (link to FCAP)
none at this time
SPN xxxx FMI xx (link to FCAP)
Customer Observations or Concerns:
See symptoms (above)
SPECIAL TOOL(s) / SOFTWARE
Tool Description
Tool Number
CPA Kit
12-999-01
CPA to banana 12"
extension
12-999-01-08
Banana to alligator
clamps
Fluke or other
Comments
Instructions
test leads with alligator
clamps at each end will also
work
Tools Resource Center
SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION
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Kit Description
Part Number
Quantity
Notes
Required
not applicable
DIAGNOSTIC STEP(s)
Technicians should have completed the CPA training in the LMS and have read the CPA Manual
before performing these new CPA tests.
• Perform CPA RCT or RCT+ instead of performing a manual compression test.
• Launch the new tests by Selecting "BEAM" from the main CPA screen
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REPAIR STEP(s)
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Use CPA RCT and RCT+ in place of a manual compression test and whenever ServiceMaxx RCT is inconclusive
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty Claim Coding:
Group: NA
Noun: NA
Standard Repair Time(s):
Step
Repair
Model
Engine
SRT
Hours
CPA Idle (misfire) test
All
MaxxForce7
A12-2158X
.3
CPA RCT (Relative Compression Test)
All
MaxxForce7
A12-2158X
.3
CPA RCT+ (requires a loaner tool)
All
MaxxForce7
TTime
.6
CPA Cylinder / Injector test and RCT
All
MaxxForce DT & N9 &N10 A122158K
CPA Cylinder / Injector test and RCT
All
MaxxForce 13 & N13
.6
A12-2158U-20 .8
- Link to the Standard Repair Time Manual: Click Here
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