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| M11 won't crank. | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I stalled my L9000 while the air brake was still locked. Now the message is "shut off eng". I get ...
A: You can deactivate or clear a fault code by turning on the ignition and pressing the throttle pedal ...
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| M11 won't crank. | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I stalled my L9000 while the air brake was still locked. Now the message is "shut off eng". I get ...
A: In the event of no fault code display of any problem, I advise you take out the starter motor for ...
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| 1990 f450 460 engine | 11/14/2009 |
Q: truck wont stay running...will run for a little while as lon as i keep pumpinf gas pedal. soon as i ...
A: There could be a couple of reasons for this: 1. Check the throttle linkage if it is mechanical ...
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| fuel injector replacement with jake brake | 11/13/2009 |
Q: when I pull the jake brake to replace injector do values and injector need to be set or will they ...
A: You need to readjust both the injector and the C brake or jake whenever you remove injector. The ...
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| help | 11/4/2009 |
Q: and turns the light at the start of shutdown, lasts 30 seconds on and then off. and repair can help ...
A: You did not say if the lights on and off have any effect on the engine. If it is a celect engine, ...
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| n14 | 11/1/2009 |
Q: sir good day i woul to ask about how to adjust the valve and injectors of n14 cummins thanks ...
A: Jade, sorry for taking this long to answer your question. Obviously engine smoke is an indicator of ...
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| m11 | 10/31/2009 |
Q: What is the difference between celect and stc. In order to set the valves and injectors. ISM 370
A: Celect is simply a system developd by Cummins to electronically manage an engine. it consists of an ...
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| valve & Inj. setting/n-14 plus cumming | 10/23/2009 |
Q: Do I have to move the timing letters a, b,and c 360 degrees for each valve setting? Making a total ...
A: No, pls find the correct order: Vs Mark Injector Valve A 1-6 VS 3 5 B ...
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| Cummins M11 | 10/22/2009 |
Q: We have a truck w/ M11 celect plus with a skip had a fault code ( inactive) P332 no voltage on ...
A: Greg, I have copied the following for your perusal. I dont think it was an inactive fault with the ...
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| valve & Inj. setting/n-14 plus cumming | 10/21/2009 |
Q: Do I have to move the timing letters a, b,and c 360 degrees for each valve setting? Making a total ...
A: Cylinders in a 6 cylinder engine are numbered 1,2,3,4,5,and 6 from the front of engiine to the rear. ...
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| n14 | 10/20/2009 |
Q: sir good day i woul to ask about how to adjust the valve and injectors of n14 cummins thanks ...
A: That was an STC injector. The setting is different from the other injector types. It is a zero lash ...
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| M11 | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I am an old bus driver who runs mostly detroit and some cats...i am considering buying a motorhome ...
A: My general experience locally here in Nigeria on Cummins M11 has to do with difficulty in ...
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| valve & Inj. setting/n-14 plus cumming | 10/19/2009 |
Q: Do I have to move the timing letters a, b,and c 360 degrees for each valve setting? Making a total ...
A: No Felix. you need only two revolutions to complete the setting of the six cylinders. If you start ...
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| 1990 L10 Smokes | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 L10 Cummins, 270 hp with top stop injectors. The engine smokes fairly good at an idle ...
A: On the persistent smoke, I advice the following: 1. Check and clean out the air filter or replace ...
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| 2000 n-14 hard to start. | 10/13/2009 |
Q: !! first off i parked my 2000 kw n-14 cummins for a few months.why things were real slow. i just put ...
A: Really a puzzle. Havig done all of the above, I advise that you check fuel inlet line from the tank ...
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| 1990 L10 Smokes | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 L10 Cummins, 270 hp with top stop injectors. The engine smokes fairly good at an idle ...
A: Smoking especially on a turbocharged engine during the commencement of acceleration is normal. It is ...
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| M11 Help | 10/6/2009 |
Q: Im working on a 1994 cummins m11 Ive got power to the ecm and fuel sender but the truck will not ...
A: To help find probable solution to this problem, you need to clarify the following; 1. Does the ...
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| 855 cummins | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 855 cummins big cam in a ford 976 tractor, i bought the tractor last fall used it for a ...
A: From experience, I know that overheating due to malfunction of the cooling system may lead to ...
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| Flatbed Trucks | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I want to go into haulage business. I am discussing with my in-laws in US in getting a mack flatbed ...
A: Bunmi, 1. I believe that the kind of glue you mentioned will not endanger any of the truck ...
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| Cummins N14 | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a small fleet in Nigeria. I wanted to purchase a Freightliner with an N14 engine but was ...
A: Shehu, The reality of the current situation in Nigeria with regards to proper diagnosis of engines ...
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| Cummins 5.9 ISB Fuel line leak | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I had a fuel airlock on a 2000 Cummins 24 valve 5.9 ISB after draining the water in fuel seperator ...
A: Air lock occurs as a result of opening, loose fittings and joints or cracks in the high pressure ...
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| n14 cummins 1998 | 9/10/2009 |
Q: have oil leak at the back of the motor can't tell if its the rear main seal just start to leak last ...
A: If the oil leakage is coming out between the flywheel housing and the engine block, it is most ...
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| n14 | 9/4/2009 |
Q: sir good day i woul to ask about how to adjust the valve and injectors of n14 cummins thanks
A: The basic rule is to check the engine data plate for information on the type of injector adjustment ...
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| Truck shut down | 9/2/2009 |
Q: 1997 Volvo with a M-11 Cummins Motor- Why does my truck jerk and act like it is going to shut down? ...
A: I can offer the following advise. 1 Check the quality of your diesel fuel. 2. Clean your fuel tank ...
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| cummin n-14 | 9/1/2009 |
Q: A customer complains about low power condition on a cummins n-14 when under a load. what would be ...
A: troubleshooting a low power complaint is exhaustive. However, you can find answer to the following ...
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| 1988 or 89 855 Cummins big cam | 8/21/2009 |
Q: .. My brother has a dumptruck with a 1988 or 89 Cummins 855 big cam engine that has suddenly ...
A: Jodi, I need to clarify the oil pressure value you quoted is it the same as 10 p.s.i and 21 p.s.i. ...
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| 6.0 Liter Hard Start | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I have an '06 6.0L F-350 with 97k miles. About 2 weeks ago it began having hard starts. If left for ...
A: Hard starting can occur due to a variety of reasons among which are: 1. Poor fuel quality 2. Air in ...
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| fault codes | 8/13/2009 |
Q: I have a customers truck in my workshop with an isc 300 that has intermittent fault codes appearing. ...
A: Adam, i have sent you a reply a couple of days ago on this question perhaps you did not receive it. ...
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| F250 7.3l POWERSTROKE | 8/11/2009 |
Q: 1995 model F250 7.3l powerstroke engine After the truck has been shut off for a period of time (2 or ...
A: When you shutdown an engine, fuel stops going to the injectors. However, most diesel system are ...
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| F250 7.3l POWERSTROKE | 8/10/2009 |
Q: 1995 model F250 7.3l powerstroke engine After the truck has been shut off for a period of time (2 or ...
A: Hard starting can occcur through the following 1. Air in the fuel system 2. Faulty fuel return ...
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| 2000 freightliner classic | 8/8/2009 |
Q: what could be wrong with my truck. the engine keeps shutting down, then the check engine oil light ...
A: My advise is for you to get the engine properly diagnosed with the "insite" software at a cummins ...
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| active and inactive faults on Cummins N14 engine | 8/6/2009 |
Q: ECM#22910 ENGINE# 11889458 COULD YOU PLS HELP ME SOLVE THIS PROBLEM ON THIS TRUCK AND BELOW ARE ...
A: I did answer this question in detail yesterday but it disappeared with a "prompt 65,000 character ...
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| Cummins N14 Using Oil | 8/5/2009 |
Q: My driver reports that his truck has used 4 gallons of oil in the past 3 days. He does not see any ...
A: I need to have answer to the following questions. 1. What is the present speedo reading on truck and ...
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| cummins n14 | 8/3/2009 |
Q: have n14 cpl 1807 needs overhauled calls for two piece piston can a one piece piston be used if so ...
A: Steve, I strongly advise against the use of non-conformed parts for overhaul as this will have a ...
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| 2002 dodge ram problem | 7/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 dodge ram 6 speed diesel truck. When I'm driving it, it stalls on hiway if I ...
A: If your throttle control is electric, you may have to check the acceleration sensor fitted beside ...
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| white smoke when low speed | 7/26/2009 |
Q: We have a generator set model VTA 28-G2 ( timing code R ). After we replace fuel injectors and ...
A: I have sent an answer on this question before, I don't know if you received it. However, you should ...
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| question | 7/24/2009 |
Q: valves adjusments steps in N14 cummins
A: You have on the accessory drive pulley timing marks A,B, and C or 1-6vs; 2-5vs; and 3-4vs. Rotate ...
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| m11 celect | 7/21/2009 |
Q: good day,im a mechanic from philippines,m11 cummins starter motor was constantly running because of ...
A: The first step towards solving your problem is to hook it on "insite software" or "compulink" for ...
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| Engine light | 7/20/2009 |
Q: Hey, I realize that you are not a Dodge man but maybe you can still help me. My 02 Dakota Sport is ...
A: Fault codes troubleshooting requires that one has the details particular to it to have a successful ...
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| cummins N14 celect | 7/20/2009 |
Q: My Cummins MN truck would not start until a WD40 spray is sprayed in the air cleaner hose for a ...
A: When you frequently use start aid, this indicates that you need to check your fuel injection system. ...
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| wont start | 7/19/2009 |
Q: i have a frieghtliner dump truck with as cummins M11 celect engine it hasd sat for about a month and ...
A: Cummins M11 Celect engines ECM will display some flash codes to indicate that the ECM is bad. You ...
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| m11 cummins | 7/18/2009 |
Q: What are the head bolt torqe specs. Also will an injector o-ring cause hard start
A: The head bolt torque specs is as follows: 3 steps 1 100 ft-ib or 136 N.m 2 160 ft-lb or 217 N.m 3 ...
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| Cummins N14 engine | 7/17/2009 |
Q: At what temperature should a healthy Cummins N14 engine run at?(water temp)
A: A 'healthy' Cummins N14 cooling system is expected to run as specified: Min. Recommended operating ...
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| Engine replacement how long | 7/15/2009 |
Q: My mother has a dodge cummins diesel 6.7L I beleive it is only a few years old. The motor recently ...
A: If the intention is to diagnose and replace, and contingent upon the availability of spares, the ...
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| fuel injector | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 1998 DODGE DAKOTA 3.9 WITH A BAD FUEL INJECTOR COULD THIS CAUSE THE TRUCK TO LOSE POWER & ...
A: Yes, a bad injector can cause an engine to lose power. injector can go bad as a result of 1. ...
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| 855 cummins diesel engine | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I have an 855 cummins diesel engine on a Versatile farm tractor. The engine is a 1980 year model big ...
A: Fuel dilution with engine oil can occur as a result of 1. Injector wear (barrel plunger wear) 2. ...
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| Cummins Celect Injector | 6/28/2009 |
Q: Is it possible to have my Cummins Celect Injectors N14, OE part number 3088178 or 3411764 repaired ...
A: Olu, I know that Dangote has quite a number of Freight liners powered by Cummins N14 series engine. ...
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| n14 cummins with coolant in the oil | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I recently did an oil change and flushed and change the coolant in my truck. I use fleet guard ...
A: Has the coolant mixed with oil forming a milky gel?. If so, then you need to check your liner sleeve ...
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| Cummins Celect Injector | 6/27/2009 |
Q: Is it possible to have my Cummins Celect Injectors N14, OE part number 3088178 or 3411764 repaired ...
A: Olu, Presently, there is no facility to the best of my knowledge that is capable of professionally ...
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| ntc400 cummins | 6/25/2009 |
Q: i need the injector and valve settings for this engine
A: Firstly, you need to check the dataplate on the engine to determine the value for intake and exhaust ...
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| n14 cummins | 6/25/2009 |
Q: the engine rattles. sounds like a gas engine spark-knock it does this sound above 1300-1350 rpms ...
A: Dennies, I tried to lay my hands on further details you provided on this question without success. ...
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| trouble codes on N-14 | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 94 N-14 it runs good for the first 2 or three hours then it starts to cut out only feels ...
A: fault code 343 is ECM microprocessor communication error. It has no effect on performance. step 1 of ...
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| engine rattles | 6/19/2009 |
Q: n14 plus the engine makes a noise that sounds like a gas engine spark-knock fron unleaded gas. i'm ...
A: Dennis' you need to provide more details of this phenomenon for proper troubleshooting. Example, is ...
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| valvola STC | 6/11/2009 |
Q: Good morning, would want to know how the valve STC works on the motor cummins
A: STC is a Step Timing Control valve which allows engine to operate in advanced injection timing ...
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| 2001 Volvo Cummings N14 oil consumption | 6/6/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Volvo with cummings N14. I have seen many issues with the truck. Recently, it ...
A: An unusual sudden drop in oil level/ oil consumption may be due to a faulty turbocharger. The turbo ...
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| N14 cummins engines | 6/4/2009 |
Q: What is the book time to replace main and rod bearings on the N14 cummins engine? Thank-you
A: Cummins has about 5 different types of checks classified as A,B,C,D, and E. The A check is the daily ...
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| Freightliner Chassis Radiator Removal | 6/4/2009 |
Q: How is the radiator removed from a 2000 Fleetwood Discovery Motorhome w/ Cummins 275hp, 24 valve, ...
A: I hope I can offer you some tips to help in removing the radiator since I don't have the Fleetwood ...
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| injector pump | 6/3/2009 |
Q: i have a big cam cummings that has sat for a few years it starts right up and runs fine but it wont ...
A: If your injection pump is manual PT pump, check the throttle cable adjustment to be sure of its ...
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| n14 cummins celect | 5/14/2009 |
Q: afew days ago,our truck started sputtering and pouring black smoke out of the exhaust. we have ...
A: Glory, You need to provide more information on your question by looking at the following: 1. Is ...
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| cummins engine cuts off | 5/13/2009 |
Q: My computer switched off before l concluded, I have a cummins n14 truck, it runs for a short while ...
A: Wilson, The(spur gear pump) is a replaceable part of the PT pump. Accesss is gained to it by ...
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| cummins engine cuts off | 5/12/2009 |
Q: My computer switched off before l concluded, I have a cummins n14 truck, it runs for a short while ...
A: Wilson, Did this problem start after changing the filters? If so, you may need to check the ...
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| About stc valve | 5/10/2009 |
Q: My engine is an L10 cpl 1446. I put new injectors. But every time when starting it does give me a ...
A: Did you carry out injector travel and valve lash settings correctly after the injectors were ...
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| Thermostats | 5/9/2009 |
Q: Where are the thern=mostats located on the n14 cummins diesel and or do you have diagrams?
A: The thermostat is located in a thermostat housing that is attached to the rocker housing on the N14. ...
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| freighliner n-14 eng. code problem | 5/4/2009 |
Q: the trk. is 2000 cimmins n-14 and a code is apper # 141 and don't want to start the eng.
A: Code 141 is an oil pressure sensor fault. Often this occurs at starting if oil level is low or oil ...
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