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qc24
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| 03/28/2005 6:34 AM |
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| My 2000 F250 Power stroke will run for a few minuets and the just shut down. If I wait a few minuets it will restart and then shut down again. My truck is a 2000 and has 20,000 miles on it.The truck was running great before this problem. I have changed the fuel filter, but it did not help with the problem. I would appreciate any help you can provide me with.
Thanks,
Kevin
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webby4x4
Forum Admin, Magazine Editor
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| 03/28/2005 8:07 AM |
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Couple things I'd look at:
1) Does it have fuel in it? (I know, you likely already know it does, but have to check).
2) Is there a possibility that gasoline was put in it instead of diesel fuel?
3) Have you checked the air filter to see if it's comletely blocked for some reason?
4) Are any other systems malfunctioning that would indicate some type of power failure?
5) Have you checked all of the fuses under the dash an under the hood?
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Rick Webster
Editor, 4X4REVIEW.COM - A Tork Media, Inc. Publication
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1st Lt Dan
Bone Stock
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| 12/16/2007 6:02 PM |
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Well, this is an old post yet the answer may help someone. With all the power strokes that we have had problems with I'll get to the main problems: cam sensors, injector driver modules.
The cam sensor is the same as on 444E International truck engine. International builds Power Strokes for Ford. You'll also be glad to know the sensor is cheaper at International parts counter. Call and price check. The newer 2005 engines have a crank sensor now.
If the serp belt and tensioner fails and the belt tears up it could damage your cam sensor wiring. Just a thought. Belt tensioners and idler pulleys also go bad and then the belt goes.
Our E350 Vans;
The engine could start and run fine and die at any time. There is no mileage intervals on failure rates. It is located on the passenger side of the harmonic balancer up high. The wire connector plugs in and it has a 10mm head bolt with a hold down bracket. Twisting it out is no fun yet it can be done. Put a few drops of oil on the o-ring thats on the new sensor and it goes in easier.
Injector Driver Module:
Now if you do change cam sensor and it still won't start; injector driver module problem. Its located on the drivers side fender just below windshield area. All our injector driver modules had water inside. water runs down the drivers side windshield and on down into the module area. Ford does have a revised solution to water running into the modules. You could do the same thing yourself once you see their fix you'll know what I mean. Myself, I just took an old tire inner tube and made a shield cover so water would run on down off the modules. Put it under part of the hold down bracket or get a couple of long zip ties and strap cover in place.
WARNING: That decal that warns about "death" on probing wires - should be followed. Don't probe wires. Run the fuse boxes and rule out blown fuses. Get a wiring diagram if you are having other issues.
Unbolt the module wiring connector and hold down. Take the module off and shake it. If you hear the water slosh around you'll know that is your problem. It is not a good ideal to power wash your electronics too close. It will push the water in past seals. For you dirty 4 wheelers I'd say that maybe what is happening.
I done the service department dance trying to get the cost of the modules covered. Waste of time. I even took them back a copy of the bulletin out on this problem - that they said they have never seen before. Well I believe they never seen it since they couldn't figure out the problem.
I'm passing along this information to help those of you who don't care to change a few parts and save the labor parts bill by paying yourself to do it. At least you won't have to dance around with a service department. Shop around on parts and get a bad inner tube to cut up from your tire man and make a cover for it. Doesn't have to be fancy to work. Good luck.
I am seeing more and more fuel lift pumps down in the engine valley on these power strokes going bad. If you are having raw fuel leaking out the back and down off the trans torque cover you'll be cussing as you change one of these. Get all the new short hoses and clamps with your lift pump. I had one once that the filter canister in the same area had hair line crack that leaked when hot. That was fun to locate. Price parts through International and compare pricing with Ford. Other part stores may be selling these by now.
Read your warnings in the manuals and service bulletins. Research if you are not sure. After your home work is done - get to work!!! |
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