Hello.
So I was trying to start up my DD60 engine in my truck after the winter, tried to use ether to start it, and it tried to crank over at least a few times and started twice, but then died due to the fuel system having air in it.
After the last time I tried to start it, it almost cranked over, stopped, heard a CLANK and it just stopped turning over. No clicking, no movement, nothing coming from the engine, compressor, radiator, nada. I only hear the relay engaging. I also smelled something burning.
I worry I broke the engine, but that doesn't make sense because it would still be trying to start, somewhat.
Can anyone help? Thanks
DD60 Starter Issues
Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by DetroitS60, May 12, 2020.
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How much ether did you spray down its throat?
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Change starter. If you can hear a click when you push the start button - probably starter.
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Half a can over a couple hours probably wouldn't lock it up.
I'd say check that you've got power at the big battery cable on the starter cable. Then check that the little wire to the solenoid gets power when you hit the starter button. If that all checks out good, likely a starter. If no power on the small wire when you hit the starter button, follow that wire back until you find the issue. -
blairandgretchen Thanks this.
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Why not try to bar the engine over? Before you go any further. You’ll know right away if it’s locked up.
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