APU Coolant Temp Overheating?

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by PE_T, Oct 24, 2019.

  1. PE_T

    PE_T Road Train Member

    My APU condenser fan is not turning on at all. Temp goes over 170 F and APU turns off a few seconds later. I am using a laser temp gun to check the temp on a bolt next to the thermostat. I also bought a new fan, but I still have the problem. What can be causing this problem? APU alarm code is ENG on a Thermo King APU Tripac (2013 model).
     
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  3. truckdriver31

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    check the fuse in the control box. if you wash your truck alot. water gets into the fan.
     
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  4. PE_T

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    I checked all my fuses, and they’re all working. I’m guessing it’s a problem with a wire or some sensor if there is one for something like this.
     
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    i thank its a yellow 20 amp fuse. or green 30 amp. mine did that a few times. run for a few then shut off. i notice fan wasnt coming on when the ac compressor kicked in.
     
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  6. truckdriver31

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    theres the pressure switch sensor below the fan. try to put a paper clip in the plug to trigger a bypass
     
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    That code is low oil pressure or high water temp.
     
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    Oil level ok ??
     
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  9. truckdriver31

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    are the coolant valves turned on.
     
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  10. PE_T

    PE_T Road Train Member

    I remember asking Road Rescue department at a mega fleet about leaving the valves on or off, and they said it didn’t matter. I’m referring to the two valves under the hood (located on the passenger side on my truck). I must admit I did close them off recently, and that’s when the problem started.
     
  11. PE_T

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    Oil level is good. No oil leaks. I check under my APU daily.
     
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