Changed Fuel Filter and Now Won't Start
OK, so I screwed up: 330HP C7 Diesel Cat engine, changed the single fuel filter and didn't pre-fill, didn't go through the prime sequence. Started normally, ran for 30 seconds or so then died. ...
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talotto wrote:
OK, so I screwed up:
330HP C7 Diesel Cat engine, changed the single fuel filter and didn't pre-fill, didn't go through the prime sequence.
Started normally, ran for 30 seconds or so then died. Can't get it to start since. I've tried the prime sequence, several times (key on 30 seconds, off, repeat 3-4 times then crank starter for 30 seconds - wait several minutes and repeat) but no luck.
Fuel filter and bowl are full of fuel, so I assume the fuel pump is working.
Any advice before I have it towed to the shop?
Tony
I don't believe that your Cat has a lift pump, so the on/off bit isn't going to help. Try pre filling the filters. If you get it to start, take it right up to 2000 rpm and keep it there for about 2 minutes.
Good luck.
