Series 50 – Section 25.8 High Altitude Operation

Section 25.8
High Altitude Operation

To determine if high altitude operation is causing lack of power, see Figure "Altitude Performance Curves" :‪

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Figure 1. Altitude Performance Curves

  1. Based on the altitude curve data, see Figure "Altitude Performance Curves" , decide if high altitude is causing the lack of power.
    1. If your vehicle is operating above sea level, a loss of power will be encountered, no further troubleshooting is required.
    2. If your vehicle is operating at or below sea level, and there is a lack of power; refer to "25.9 Incorrect Camshaft Timing" .


Series 50 Service Manual - 6SE50
Generated on 10-13-2008

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