Never happens when truck is cool or has set 30+ minutes. Been in shop 6 times. New clutch & clutch switch. Didn't help. Happens with no pattern. Only constant is we've been driving more than a couple of hours. Symptoms cannot be duplicated and everything checks out okay w/computer diagnostic. When it starts, it starts easily. Normally only stuck for 30-45 minutes. Today over 2 hours (so far). In Arizona - temp over 100°. Wonder if some component in ignition system is overheating. Mechanics can't figure it out. Need driver knowledge. Not sure if company will give us a new truck. Thanks!
2013 Cascadia won't start
Discussion in 'Freightliner Forum' started by kyito, Jul 16, 2014.
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How new is the clutch switch? When problem occurs does it turn over?
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I drive a 2014 Cascadia. In prior trucks I used to press the clutch about 1/3rd of the way down when starting. On the new truck the clutch switch is located such that I must press the clutch clear to the floorboard. Therefore, I ask, are you pressing the clutch down far enough to engage the clutch switch?
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I would have the mechanics check the over crank protector on the starter. It is not hard to jump around it to test if that is the problem or not.
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When you say "no start" do you mean no crank or it cranks but won't fire? I assume no crank. Most likely the armature on the starter is pitting resulting in a poor contact with the brushes. Have a qualified tech conduct a voltage drop test across each connection in the starting circuit. If all good then I bet its the starter armature.
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Have you try turning it off and on?
I'm jk but last time I had that problem(didn't even crack), took out good ol hammer and gently touch the starter, repeatedly, and it started. -
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Had a couple that had hot starter issues. When it doesn't turn over check for juice at the selonoid. Hot there then bad starter. If not, the harness plugs in about 3/4 way up the motor. Maybe corroded pins in the connector there. Warranty is no problem with either.
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Had a 12 do that I could pump the clutch and get it togooo but it was a clutch switch bad new sxwitchs can be bad its sad I'm happy in a 06 60 series that rides like a dump bucket and leaks oil haha
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I'm having similar issues - had the clutch switch changed yesterday. This afternoon the problem returned. It seems like after it won't start if I just sit patiently (which is impossible - I am a truck driver after all) it will eventually start.
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