HOW-TO SECTION 6. Prime the fuel system using the hand primer on the fuel filter/water separator. Pump until resistance is felt. authorized repair facility prime the fuel system. 3. Crank the engine for 30 seconds at a time, but no longer. Before cranking the engine again, wait at least two minutes. The engine should start within four 30 second attempts. Draining the Fuel Filter/Water Separator The fuel filter/water separator has a built in water in fuel sensor signaling when the separator requires draining. The sensor will turn on a dash light. 4. If the engine fails to start, ensure the vehicle has adequate fuel and the fuel system is not leaking externally.
Do the following to drain the water from the fuel filter/water separator: 1. Place the end of the fuel filter/water separator drain hose into a suitable container 5. If problem persists, call an authorized repair facility. 2. Open the water drain and drain filter until only clear fuel is viewed. NOTICE: The starting motor and fuel pump should never be used to prime the fuel filters. Prolonged used of the starting motor and fuel pump to prime the fuel system can result in damage to the starter, fuel pump and injectors and cause erratic running of the engine due to the amount of air in the fuel lines and filters.
Engine Out of Fuel — How to Restart When an engine has run out of fuel, there is a definite procedure to follow when restarting it. 1. If the engine is equipped with a hand priming pump located on the fuel filter module, operate the priming pump for two to three minutes or until resistance is felt. How to Clean the Engine Important: Observe all environmental protection regulations. 2. If the engine is equipped with only a priming port located on the fuel filter module, have an 98 All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 04/08) DDC-SVC-MAN-0040 0704 Copyright © 2008 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION