How to override the Anti Idle

Call your company. They may have it set to not idle at all.

 

Ok, I don't recommend this for dummies, (not saying you are one), but you can set the trailer brakes (red button) and not the tractor brakes. This often times tricks the engine into thinking it is still driving. I have seen trucks where it doesn't work but on most it will work. Make sure the trailer brakes are in adjustment so you don't go rolling away and if in doubt, stick a wheel chock under the tire.

 

Like I said, make sure the brakes are in adjustment and/or put a wheel chock under the tire so you don't go rolling away. The truck may not run indefinitely but I'm pretty sure it will extend the idle time. Almost all fleets have trucks set-up somewhat like this so get used to it.

 

That's hilarious. Awsome info.

 

Your company can go into the computer and change the settings so it can idle. If they won't do it, tell them to sit in the truck all night without heat, and switch jobs. Any company that wont let you stay warm in the winter is a company you don't need.

 

Just like rwdfinch said. They hook the laptop up and under options they can set the idle shutdown.

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Cruise Override
Timed idle _______
Temperature Idle ________

Your company might not of updated it when they got the truck. It's worth asking the shop and/or dispatch to tell them to update it.

You don't have a bunk heater?