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Cummins isx engine failure.

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Amir, Mar 14, 2015.

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  1. Mar 14, 2015 #1
    Amir

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    Hi everybody!
    I have Pete 387 (2010- 542k) with cummins isx on it. I was driving on 40 through AZ, all of a sudden I got my check engine light on and the pulling power was reduced. I ignored it and tried to get to the top of the hill. After a minute or tow I got a blinking red engine light telling me STOP THE ENGINE. So, I pulled off the road immediately and shut down the engine. I was 30 miles away from Pete dealer, so I crancked her back on and there was no engine light on. I got back on the road to get to the dealership. But everytime I pushed the gas the truck was shacking and had a hard time to run. so I slowed down until I got to the dealership. They're working on it but they don't have a final answer about the issue. They say it might be a cylinder not working properly! What do you think the issue might be? And how much do you think it will cost me?

    thanks in advance!
     
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  3. Mar 14, 2015 #2
    FLATBED

    FLATBED Road Train Member

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    Best to wait and see what the shop tells you instead of getting 35 different versions of IT COULD BE THIS OR THAT
     
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  4. Mar 14, 2015 #3
    Bigray

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  5. Mar 14, 2015 #4
    double yellow

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    There are 100 things it could be, but engine failure (which I define as an internal engine part breaking or wearing out) is not high on the list
     
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  7. Mar 14, 2015 #5
    bad-luck

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    it really could be anything it would be impossible for any of us on the forum to diagnose a problem like you're having. one thing I can tell you is if you took it to a dealer they are most likely going to bend you over and it's going to be very expensive no matter how minor or major the problem might be
     
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  8. Mar 14, 2015 #6
    jbatmick

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    Probably not engine failure. Keep us advised, and good luck.
     
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  9. Mar 14, 2015 #7
    blr300

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    I second Flatbed's comment
     
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  10. Mar 14, 2015 #8
    EZ Money

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    It would have stored the codes...should not take long to figure it out.
    My first thought would be clogged DPF system but like everyone says.....just guessing.
     
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  11. Mar 14, 2015 #9
    loose_leafs

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    I think it has something to do with aliens, global warming, the illuminatti, chemtrails, the CIA, chemicals in the wonder bread, Bush, and Obama, but I'm just guessing
     
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  12. Mar 14, 2015 #10
    PackRatTDI

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    It's more than likely a failure in a component or components to function in an appropriate manner.
     
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