GONZO (192.156.52.34) - Sun Jul 20 12:49:22 2008

I currently own a F250 diessel it turns over but does not start. Now I wet down a rag with some gas and put it over the intake filter housing the engine started turning over and ran but died very quickly. Is this a fuel pump or injection pump problem? or could it be another problem?

im stumped and don't feel like spending money especially on diesel testing out different fuel components...

Reply #1 Nick (24.1.201.221) - Sun Sep 14 13:41:17 2008

I don't know if this is your particular case, but a common problem with the Navistar diesels (the engine in the Ford diesel trucks) is that the CPS or crank position sensor goes out due to vibration. If the computer isn't getting a signal from the CPS, it won't allow any fuel to flow from the injection pump. Worth a look, the sensor runs about $50.

Reply #2 ruben (168.87.129.30) - Tue Sep 23 17:46:40 2008

I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM ON MY 99' F-250 AND CHANGED OUT THE CPS ON IT AND ENDED BEING THE FUEL PUMP THAT WAS BAD.

Reply #3 Gene (69.20.158.197) - Thu Oct 9 21:13:40 2008

Started engine, ran 1 minute. shutdown. ten min later tried to start.crank but no start. All checks pointed to no fuel. either bad pump or low voltage at the pump. Battery charger for 30 min and started immediately as usual. After not being run for a week, battery voltage low. If it gets below 12.4V. will not open the pump valve to pump fuel...turned out to be a cheap easy fix...

Reply #4 JACK TULLOS (65.183.102.148) - Mon Oct 13 11:27:14 2008

HAVE A 1992 F250 7.3 IF YOU RUN FOR A WHILE AND LET SIT 30 MINUTES OR PLUS IT JUST WINDS AND YOU HAVE TO PUMP IN LIKE A GAS BURNER TO CRANK HAVE REPLACE TRANSFER PUMP , ANY SUGGESTIONS

Reply #5 steve (24.57.20.198) - Sat Nov 15 22:45:44 2008

i have a 2006 f250 6.0 diesel and lately im haveing problems with starting and the batteries are ok has fuel pressure ok is at dealer now and ther haveing problems finding out what it is can it be the cam position sensor please let me know guys thanks

Reply #6 mark herring (162.66.52.230) - Tue Dec 2 14:30:47 2008

2001 F250 Diesel. Engine shut down while driving on freeway going 70. Started again and it ran a few minutes and then shut down again. This repeated at least 12 times. Everytime I cranked it, white smoke blew out exhaust. Could this be Cam sensor, fuel pump or something else?

Thanks

Reply #7 JR (71.93.162.186) - Tue Dec 9 21:34:44 2008

2003 Ford F250 with 6.0 diesel when it's hot it won't restart untill it sits for an hour or two any ideas ?

Reply #8 rocco guarino (75.4.203.174) - Tue Dec 16 16:04:42 2008

i'm having trouble with a 95 ford diesel (7.3) turns over but won't start..starts with eyther..turn on the key and loosen the filter cap and no fuel comes out..checked all fuses and relay's, all good...changed tank switch, still nothing, could both pumps go bad at same time??.. any ideas??

Reply #9 Gil (76.28.130.91) - Wed Dec 17 15:59:43 2008

I have a 99' f-250 diesel that won't turn over. It's been on the charger for nearly 24hrs, I've tried to start it, but it won't catch/start. Think it may be the alternator; batteries won't hold a charge. Recently filled up with biodiesel fuel for the first time. Could this be the issue? I'm not sure. Someone please help.

Reply #10 Lutz Reimer (24.78.247.164) - Fri Dec 19 12:45:59 2008

I have a 2004 Ford F-350 6.0 L Diesel. ONLY if it's cold it start's up, runs for about 3 sec. and it dies. i keep trying, and every time it runs longer untill it finaly stays running. i have new batteries, new glove plugs, testet the block heater(its fine) and it allways works if it is warm (even after 3 Hrs at -30 C plugged in)I had it for 48 Hrs parked in a heated garageand it worked perfect. but after a knight or longer outside, it does it again. can enybody tell me what is wrong?

Reply #11 Myron (98.17.172.115) - Sat Dec 20 13:36:26 2008

I have a 2000 F250.The heater has to be pluged in all the time so the engine will start, but the real problem is when the engine starts to turn over you must pat the gas pedal to crank in order to pick the oil up in the pan.If you don't the oil never picks up and it shuts down.The dealer has changed the check valve in the oil cooler and checked the glow plugs and said they were fine.He doesn't know what to do.Need help.

Reply #12 Willie (12.216.122.19) - Mon Dec 22 15:43:10 2008

I have a 2003 F250 6.0 diesel starts right up when start to drive goes for about a block and then lose power starts to chug ready to die. any ideas someone

Reply #13 Willie (12.216.122.19) - Mon Dec 22 15:47:00 2008

I have a 2003 F250 6.0 diesel starts right up when start to drive goes for about a block and then lose power starts to chug ready to die. any ideas someone

Reply #14 edward (63.24.7.241) - Thu Dec 25 23:13:04 2008

replaced fuel pump and filter on 1999 f250 SD. now every time i turn the key on the fuel pump fuse blows out. the wires can only go on the pump one way (different sized bolts for pos and neg). also i just put in a new battery. what could the problem be?

Reply #15 LANCE (70.182.164.82) - Fri Dec 26 07:39:13 2008

I HAVE A 2001 DIESEL FORD EXCURSION THAT LOOSES POWER.tHE PROBLEM IS GETTING WORSE AND HAPPENING MORE OFFTEN.IF I STOP AND TURN IT OFF AND SET FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES IT GETS BETTER BUT IS GUTTLESS THEN IF YOU PUSH IT TO HARD IT WILL START LOOSING POWER AGAIN EXSPECIALLY ON ANY HILLS.WHAT CAN I DO?i HAVE SPENT 1, 500.00 AND STILL NOT ANY BETTER.

Reply #16 james (75.109.138.249) - Thu Jan 1 22:54:57 2009

I have a 2006 ford f250 6.0 diesel. it stoped running al at once and wont start back. I re placed the cam, crank and injector sensors on it.And fuel filters. It still aint helped it. Its got a po231 and po261 trouble codes can you help

Reply #17 Paul Fuller (99.190.99.176) - Sun Jan 4 10:03:49 2009

I have a Ford 2004 E-350 Super Duty Diesel. The Engine Quit Running At 100, 680 Miles. The Engine Runs normal for 15-20 minutes. Then it dies, cranks fine but wont start until 6 hours later. 680 miles out of warranty Ford Motor CO refused to offer any assistance for repairs. The van has never run good. ALL ford could say was, "We hope they come out with a fix soon." It has not run for 14 Months. I have replaced the High Press Oil Pump, Oil pump cover, Stand pipes, oil cooler, IPR Valve, both Wavey Rails and Resealed all 8 injectors.It runs the same as it did 14 Monthes ago. What do I do now?

Reply #18 Kevin (98.18.204.160) - Wed Jan 7 08:13:45 2009

I have a 2003 Diesel F-250 7.3 L engine ignition that won't turn over at all in cold weather. Lights, radio work but no turning over at all when near 32'F. Once the temperature is 40'F the ignition will turn over and the engine starts and runs fine. I have taken it to dealership mechanic but he can't find anything. Any ideas? I am stumped.

Reply #19 Chris Dutra (208.101.230.190) - Thu Jan 8 19:19:21 2009

I have a 1999 F250 7.3. At first it was difficult to start each day. Over time it would have to be plugged in every night to start. After about a month the truck would shut down driving on the highway, but would restart. Finally it died on the road and would not start. The batteries are charged and I replaced the cam sensor but it still will not start. The truck has 215, 000

miles. Any ideas or help please

Reply #20 zach (75.161.136.79) - Sat Jan 10 00:04:44 2009

hey guys.... i have a 99 7.3 diesel and just today it dosent wanna run unless i spray starting fluid into the air filter aera then it runs fine and just now i let it sit for 4hrs in 20 degree temps and now it wont start at all but cranks fine i think its something to do with the fuel any help

Reply #21 james page (69.251.48.251) - Tue Jan 13 10:04:19 2009

f250 diesel starting problem

Reply #22 tran (98.197.118.24) - Thu Jan 15 14:55:42 2009

I have 2006 E350 diesel start the car and ran for three mins and it died off. It doesnt want to start up again. I have new battery replace two weeks ago. Cant seem to find the answer, and help guys?

Reply #23 tran (98.197.118.24) - Thu Jan 15 14:56:29 2009

I have 2006 ford E350 diesel start the car and ran for three mins and it died off. It doesnt want to start up again. I have new battery replace two weeks ago. Cant seem to find the answer, and help guys?

Reply #24 Roland Salinas (63.167.255.155) - Sat Jan 17 21:29:18 2009

I have a 2006 6.0 ford f-250. Between 05mph and 40mph truck wants to turn off. I have changed fuel filter, air filter and taken to the dealer 3 times. Dealer can not seem to fix the problem. Can somebody give me some advise on what the problem is. My rpm drop during this time. When stoped at a red light, truck wants to proceed forward while holding down the brake padel.

Reply #25 ROBERT (64.180.101.132) - Thu Jan 22 21:10:13 2009

Face it, these engines are ed big time! The just plain and simple suck , blow the ers up and buy a decent engine like a Duromax.

And quit crying!!

Reply #26 ROBERT (64.180.101.132) - Thu Jan 22 21:11:37 2009

why wont you let me use the word f*ck or sh&t? they are perfectly applicable in this instance

Reply #27 BARRY (67.142.130.49) - Sun Jan 25 20:08:41 2009

I have a 1999 F250 SD Diesel and have just gotten over the problem that most of you are talking about. My truck started, ran a few minutes then shut down and would not start up again. It would crank but no fuel, checked fuel pump it was no power getting to it. Called everywhere, finally got to looking at book for hundredth time and found RELAYS ! There are four relays behind the radio, one is for the fuel pump. It is hard to find, there is small black rectanglur cover over them, located straight back when you remove the radio. This cured my truck, hope it helps you !

Reply #28 gary (75.23.81.99) - Thu Jan 29 08:16:04 2009

truck runs fine but is hard to start loose oil pressure have replaced ipr and icp switchs and didnt help it is a 99 7.3 ford

Reply #29 Chip (68.186.130.205) - Sun Feb 15 10:04:39 2009

My 1992 F250 7.3 Diesel Tachometer drops to zero and OD light starts flashing when vehicle speed gets to 30 M.P.H. to dead stop. Please - need input. I have already replaced rear speed sensor.

Reply #30 Jim Bennett (64.93.125.20) - Mon Feb 16 18:29:35 2009

I have a 2005 F250 6.0 diesel. I live in the mountains in Colorado (8800 ft). I am about 40 miles away from the closest Ford Deler. After sitting for several weeks in cold weather the truck cranks fine but won't try to start. I changed the fuel filters and added Diesel 911. Same problem. I'm not sure what to look at or try next. Can anyone help?

Reply #31 james (64.12.116.198) - Tue Feb 17 08:17:37 2009

I have a 2005 ford turbo diesel and when I turn key to start it acts like it won'ts to turn over but it won't. I replaced cam sensor and still nothing. Can someone out there let me know what could be the problem. thanks for your time. james

Reply #32 ALFRED (64.150.206.219) - Tue Feb 17 19:05:10 2009

have a 2005 ford turbo diesel and when I turn key to start it acts like it won'ts to turn over but it won't. I replaced cam sensor and still nothing. Can someone out there let me know what could be the problem. thanks for your time

Reply #33 Dave Pollock (216.126.107.126) - Sun Feb 22 15:31:41 2009

I Have a 2004 F350 with 6.0 diesel the problem i have is that truck has always been hard starting in winter and dealer keeps changing batteries every year(At my cost as batteries do not pass load test)Anything below 0 degrees truck has to be plugged in, batteries charged. If not plugged in truck will crank and start but stops shortly after.

Reply #34 TODD (64.12.116.198) - Sat Mar 14 22:28:19 2009

I am also having the FUEL problem with my 2002 250-7.3 DIESEL! The truck just turned 53, 000.miles no problems, until the other day the truck skipped a little just for a few seconds, didn t think anything about it keep on rolling. Jumped in my truck that i love. Two miles down the road it spit, sputterd and died. I got it started buy pumping the accelator serval times. I made it to alot 30 yards up ahead and there it sets.?????????

I ll let you know what i find out.

Reply #35 mike (75.24.78.222) - Mon Mar 16 20:38:25 2009

I have 1985 F250 6.9L International diesel that starts then dies after 5 - 6 seconds if it has been standing overnight. Changed fuel pump but did not help! O rings also have been replaced and not leaking.

Reply #36 mike (75.24.78.222) - Mon Mar 16 20:41:12 2009

I have 1985 F250 6.9L International diesel that starts then dies after 5 - 6 seconds if it has been standing overnight. Changed fuel pump but did not help! O rings also have been replaced and not leaking.

Reply #37 Todd (205.188.116.198) - Mon Mar 16 21:18:26 2009

I worked on my 2002 7.3 it sputterd and cut off the other day and would not start back. After reading all the forums on this site, i changed the fuel filter @$29.99 a ten minute job, nothing. I also purchased the repair manual @ $19.99 and read the section on trouble shooting fuel systems. It noted serval times to make sure both batteries are properly charged with good conections. So i had to buy one battery $89.99. IT almost started, then i sprayed ether in the intake and it started up! It ran rough for about 5 minutes and cleared up. Thank the LORD! I hope this info is helpful, good luck i love my truck.

Reply #38 Mae (67.53.111.170) - Wed Mar 18 18:05:14 2009

2005 F250 FX Turbo Diesel: Every since the Emission Control Recall I have had nothing but trouble with my truck. It blew the Turbo hose, the Turbo Clamp snapped apart like it was paper, then the thermostat blew, the coolant went somewhere, the alternator has been replaced twice, the batteries are on their second time being replaced (because the alternator over charged them. They have replaced just about everything under the hood (the engine looks new) but the issues are still there. It runs hot, it looses power for no reason when I am driving down the road, sometimes the motor rives up for no reason while I'm driving. The rear gaskets were leaking and had to be replace, the fuel regulator had to be replaced, the coolant resovoir has been replace twice because the engine gets so hot is forces the fluid out & breaks the seams. Ford still does not no why it is running so hot, my temp gauges don't reflect over heating.

Am I alone or has anyone had all these problems?

Reply #39 Mike (96.251.175.93) - Sat Mar 21 12:07:48 2009

I wonder if you would be interested of trading?

I have '94 F-250 4 wheel drive, 7.5L gas with special utility bed.

Reply #40 Ben (24.236.139.57) - Mon Mar 23 03:38:27 2009

I have a 2001 f250 7.3L powerstroke with 249000 miles, and about a week ago I was driving and my truck started chugging like I was running out of fuel. I then replaced the fuel filter and it ran fine for about another week than did it again so I replaced it again, and once again it happened, but this time the check engine light came on. Any suggestions would be greatly appriciated

Reply #41 TY (64.13.103.181) - Tue Mar 24 20:57:54 2009

I have a banks turbo for the 6.9 ford diesel. It came off a 83 ford f250. If anyone is interested please email me at bowfishfan@yahoo .com

Reply #42 Dayven (63.225.163.14) - Thu Mar 26 17:26:42 2009

i have a 2000 f250 7.3 turbo diesel and it wont start. it turns over fine but wont fire up.

Reply #43 GREG (205.157.206.221) - Mon Mar 30 17:15:36 2009

HAVE A 2004 F250 6.0. IT JUST STARTED TO WHITE SMOKE AND DRINKING COOLANT. I THINK IT MIGHT BE THE EGR COOLER OR AND THE OIL COOLER. cOULD IT BE SOMETHING WORSE?

Reply #44 moses (71.116.2.170) - Mon Mar 30 22:35:02 2009

I have a 89 7.3 ford diesel. was running, then started dieing, now won`t start. changed fuel filter, didn`t help. would the fuel shut-off scielnod, be bad.any advise would be appreciated.

Reply #45 Ron Brown (98.134.210.34) - Tue Mar 31 21:05:21 2009

I have a 2000 f250 7.3 If i dont plug it in and it sets for about 8hrs it will start fine but if i just take off it will be fine for about 1/4 mile than its start's smothering down and blows white smoke i have to stop and hold the throttle down till it smoths out and worms up or i can start it let it run for a minute then hod the throttle down and after about 10 seconds it starts to smother down and blow white smoke until it worms up or i can start it and let it idle for about 10 minutes and the it runs fine what could be causing this problem

Reply #46 John B. (76.26.230.98) - Sat Apr 4 21:28:28 2009

I currently own a 2006 F250 diessel SD it turns over but does not start. Now I wet down a rag with some gas and put it over the intake filter housing, the engine started, could it be the cam position sensor or crank position sensor it runs fine after it starts. Someone please help I don't want to take it to Ford it cost to much for them to keep tring different things, It is not showing any codes.

Reply #47 Todd (64.12.116.198) - Mon Apr 6 15:47:24 2009

I fixed my issue with the starving fuel problem. I went over about 2000 miles past on my oil change and was a gallon low.The diesels have fluid and oil pressures sensors. CHECK ALL FIUID LEVELS!!! I hope this can help.

Reply #48 Marlon Littlejohn (32.169.145.242) - Sat Apr 11 00:28:17 2009

2000 Ford Excursion 7.3 turbo will not start everytime. It seems to do this the 3rd time I attempt to start the truck during the coarse of a day. We have replaced the starter, the alternator, one battery within the last 2 weeks. Today We replaced an ignition relay, I think. Not sure, but, whatever It did not start this evening after our Tee-Ball game where it sits.

Previously it would start after approximately 45min from the time I would attempt to start the truck the first time. Lately it was taking about 1 1/2 hours before she would crank. Tonight We couldn't wait any longer than 2 hrs.

We have had no issues with the truck stalling or shutting down at 80 mph. The factory alarm is not being used because We have learned that none of the electric locks work. We have been told that each of the individual door lock motors are broken. Although We have had the truck for about 6 months, We did not have this starting problem until about 3 weeks ago. We have discussed this with many mechanics and No one can help us. Ford people are clueless.

Does this issue sound familiar to anyone? We are about to lose our minds. Please help SOON!

Thanks, Marlon

Reply #49 Janet (66.32.154.238) - Thu Apr 23 08:06:10 2009

Where do I find the answers to these reply questions that I have read. 7.3 F250 02, will not turn over. changed the glow plugs, relay, starter. won't even start when plugged in, bled the system, getting diesel fuel, battery will not hold a charge its only 7 months. baffled and we need the truck for work. getting ready to change the coil. help

Reply #50 paul (216.221.65.139) - Sat May 2 13:27:16 2009

2005 Ford F250 with 6.0 diesel when it's hot it won't restart untill it sits for an hour or two any ideas ?

Reply #51 VAL (64.219.119.76) - Tue May 5 00:10:21 2009

HAVE A PROBLEMS WITH 2002 FORD F350 7.3 DIESEL NO POWER WHEN COLD BUT A LITTLE MORE POWER WHEN WARMED UP HOT

Reply #52 VAL (64.219.119.76) - Tue May 5 00:13:25 2009

HAVE A PROBLEMS WITH 2002 FORD F350 7.3 DIESEL NO POWER WHEN COLD BUT A LITTLE MORE POWER WHEN WARMED UP HOT

Reply #53 greg (67.182.147.28) - Tue May 12 12:12:13 2009

2000 F250 7.3 it's hard to start. Fuel pump seems to run for a long time, I have checked the glow plug sensor and its ok. When I plug it in its starts. I don't know if it has a fuel leak or if its the fuel pump.

Reply #54 mark (65.39.118.10) - Sat May 16 09:38:58 2009

hay have an 2oo6 f250 power stroke running down the road and quit like you shut the key off and no codes on my solas what can it be

Reply #55 Jean Baxter (124.180.0.67) - Wed May 20 23:09:33 2009

We have 2006 F250 and when ever we park on a slope with the front of the vehicle up hill and leave for 1/2 hour or more it starts for a few seconds and then dies and will not start. We have had it to Ford 6 times and they cannot find the problem. Can anybody help with this problem.

Reply #56 Raleigh Spraggins (72.75.70.101) - Sat May 23 18:42:37 2009

There is a light that is coming on. It looks like a gas symbol and asterisks next to it. I think it means that the gas filter needs replacing. Anyone know? Also where exactly would the gas filter be located? With the cost of everything right now, I am trying to save money and replace the filter if it is the flter myself.

Reply #57 Tony Breaux (12.45.172.50) - Mon Jun 1 10:33:30 2009

I have a F250 2004 truck. I has been running fine but friday night we parked the truck at graduation and it would not start back up. I have changed the started and the cam sencor. It acks like it wants to start as long as you keep turning it over. Anyone got any help it would deaply be thankful. I would like to fix it myself.

Reply #58 Wayne (216.197.128.120) - Sat Jun 6 11:13:33 2009

Tend to agree here with Barry (Reply #27). I also have a 99 F250SD Turbo Diesel. All the time that I have had the truck, loss of power, stalling and eventually no start has been a recurring problem. Every time I replace the fuel relay I'm good for another 60, 000 miles and then the problem starts all over again.

Also, if you live in an area where you have winter temperatures of minus 10C or 15F DO NOT INSTALL A K&N AIR FILTER. It brings in too much cold air and fuel continually gels regardless of how much conditioner you put in the fuel tank. It took me 3 winters, many walks home in freezing temperatures and a few thousand dollars in wasted shop costs to get the problem resolved. One shop after another did nothing but take my money. Through a process of elimination my son and I finally figured out that the fuel was gelling. We went back to the factory air filter and have had no further problem. Hope this helps.

P.S. Watch out for less than honest shops as there are lots of them out there. What should have been two simple fixes ended up costing me $8, 000.00 with no solution. My son and I diagnosed both problems ourselves. Ain't it a great world out there. Don't be afraid to go with your gut feelings as they will often be close to the source of the problem.

Reply #59 Ryan (32.137.240.218) - Tue Jun 9 13:41:37 2009

I have a 99 7.3l i just put in a dp tuner witch hooks up to the computer. Ever o ce and a while my glow plugs wont come on and it kills sometime is it where i hooked it up or is the fuel filter bad to make it kill

Reply #60 Jake (142.165.213.206) - Thu Jun 11 11:47:09 2009

My F250 cranks but the glow plug light doesn't come on and it won't start. This happened overnight, it worked fine until then.

Reply #61 sidewinder (96.36.15.17) - Thu Jun 11 20:41:22 2009

i have a 2004 f250 6.0 diesel it wont start unless i plug in heater then it runs great all day starts up tows great but in the but the next day i have to plug in the heater for a few hours before it will start. i changed the glow plug module did not make a difference got any ideas

Reply #62 Zack and Deborah (216.9.210.178) - Thu Jul 2 02:53:29 2009

I HAVE A 1992 DIESEL FORD F250, 7.3 turbo power stroke THAT LOOSES POWER.tHE PROBLEM IS GETTING WORSE AND HAPPENING MORE OFFTEN.IF I STOP AND TURN IT OFF AND SET FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES IT GETS BETTER BUT IS GUTTLESS THEN IF YOU PUSH IT TO HARD IT WILL START LOOSING POWER AGAIN EXSPECIALLY ON ANY HILLS.WHAT CAN I DO?i HAVE SPENT 500.00 AND STILL NOT ANY BETTER.

Reply #63 Dennis (205.188.116.198) - Thu Jul 9 14:36:53 2009

Hi I have an 05 ford f350 6.0L won't start hot have to wait an hour or so before it starts any help? Thanks

Reply #64 james (75.215.108.15) - Mon Jul 13 06:54:09 2009

2000 f-250 7.3 the other day got off the freeway and my truck was ideling high and sounded like it had a knock every other couple of strokes turned truck off and it started fine continued driving and it started vibrating when i accellerated so i stopped let it idel i then gave it it some throttle and this thick black smoke dumped out of the exhaust i watched the soot settle on my truck. took off again still vibrating when i gave it throttle. stopped again let it idel gave some more throttle thick black smoke dumped out of the exhaust and then quit running tried to start but no go. could this be a clogged injector or possibly dirty fuel system?

Reply #65 docergo (70.110.80.118) - Fri Jul 17 16:24:47 2009

I'm trying to locate the fuel pump relay on a 2002 F250 gasoline 4x4 Lariat Extended Cab. Any help?

Reply #66 Denis (190.149.89.163) - Sat Jul 18 22:04:30 2009

hi im thinking about buying a 2002 ford f250 7.3TDI

i have been reading about the starting problems so im a little bit concerned about it..

can some please advice me about if i should or should not buy this truck. It is only 55k miles and starts and runs great....

thanx

DENIS

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Reply #67 Randy (67.166.141.176) - Mon Jul 20 00:24:29 2009

I have a 04 F250 6.0 diesel. All of a sudden my check engine light came on and now when the truck cools down it has no power and when you try to accelerate it bellows black smoke and chugs. The check engine light code is low injector pressure on all 8 injectors, it runs fine once you drive it about 2 miles. I woud apprecaite it if anyone knows what the probem is.

Thanks, Randy

Reply #68 Janell (205.188.116.198) - Mon Jul 20 22:58:16 2009

I have an 02 ford f250 sd 4x4 7.3 diesel.I have had my transmission rebuilt.I installed two optima batterys and also replaced alternator.Today I jumped in turned key and it would'nt start.I put it in neutral and then right to park and it started.several hours later started to back up and it died, but started right back no problems.Would really like to fix problem, but don't know where to start.Please help.

Reply #69 charles cook (67.60.155.85) - Sun Jul 26 08:57:46 2009

83 ford diesel. starter problem.. purchased ford with starter bad. and not installed[seller said].. rebuilt starter. installed..tighten down, engine turns over, starter will not sling free..backed off on bolts, starter will turn engine and will disengage.. tried shims etc.. by passed key switch to engage starter.. same problem.. i guess i will try another starter. anyone have any ideas.. do i need to check something else .. thanks

Reply #70 John (70.197.65.122) - Thu Aug 6 21:36:02 2009

i have a 96 7.3L. my truck seems to die alot when i drive it in stop and go traffic or when it idals for a certain period of time. sometimes it has trouble starting back up, but it will start and drive just fine, however it will continue to do the samething over over. anyone out there have any suggestions on what it could be, anything will be helpful.

Thank You.

Reply #71 Bobby (64.12.116.198) - Sat Aug 8 14:16:53 2009

I have a 92 F250 diesel and it cranks and cranks and cranks until it finaly fires. It carnks really slow at first and speeds up to normal cranking speed, cranks a while then fires. What is the first step I should do to fix this problem?

Reply #72 Bobby (64.12.116.198) - Sat Aug 8 14:19:33 2009

I got a 92 f250 diesel that will not start in the winter. I will go to hit the key and it canks really slow then just stops. I put the battery charger on for 30 min and it starts. What is wrong with it?

Reply #73 Rickey (170.206.224.54) - Wed Aug 12 09:04:17 2009

i have a 89 F-250 with 7.3 diesel new batteries and turn the ignition on and no power to dash gages tryed ignition at on position and jumped sylinoid turns over but wont start anyone have ideas on no power and wont start

Reply #74 Dan (68.47.61.238) - Fri Aug 14 15:31:44 2009

1999 F250 7.3L Diesel. I have replaced the glow plug relay twice 4 years apart for hard to start and white smoke after starting. It is worth checking on any truck that is hard to start. Both batteries need good connection and holding a good charge. I am about to ready to buy the third set of batteries when I replace the alternator. Multiple things can go wrong when the voltage is low. I hope that this helps others.

Reply #75 TIFFANY (216.54.60.248) - Mon Aug 24 08:21:27 2009

I CURRENTLY HAVE A 2003 F250 DIESEL AND WHEN I WENT OUT TO START IT IT WOULDN'T EVEN TURN OVER. THE POWER WINDOWS WORK, RADIO, LIGHTS, ETC. SO, WHEN I CALLED AAA THE GUY CAME OUT AND TRIED TO GIVE ME A JUMP (BOTH BATTERIES) AND SAID THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. ALTHOUGH, IT DID MAKE ATLEAST A LITTLE BIT OF A SOUND WHEN THE CABLES WERE HOOKED UP. ANY IDEAS?

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Reply #76 Greg (64.12.116.198) - Wed Aug 26 13:27:10 2009

Most of the problems I have erad were ones I had on my 95

F350 7.3 power stroke, and solved by changing the cam positioning sensor myself. But now after running on the highway for twenty minutes or longer when I stop and take off again, after a few gears it dies, check engine light appears, won't start for a couple of hours, ( or maybe until it completly cools off), Then starts and runs fine again? Any input would be appreciated.

Reply #77 baffeled (76.113.98.202) - Fri Aug 28 22:42:41 2009

hi my 04 f 250 will not start at all my egr valve got hung open I took it out and cleaned, it started for a second then died. it seams to be a fuel problem but i cant figure it out if any one got any ideas let me know

Reply #78 Raul (66.235.95.101) - Sun Aug 30 08:06:21 2009

Shaking Truck Upon StartUp: 1997, F-250 Heavy Duty Turbo Diesel. I am having problems with my otherwise extremely dependable F-250. About a week ago, I started the truck, it started, but it started to shake (similiar to when it seems to not be getting enough fuel). This happens every time - whether the truck is cold in the morning or even if its warmed up (like running for 25 minutes on the road). When starting the truck and I step on the accelerator, the truck seems to settle out (does not shake), but when I ease up on the accelerator it starts to shake again. Also, this shaking will evenutally go away if I let the truck idle long enough without any intervention (i.e., step on the accelerator). I have timed it; I've started the truck and just let it shake, it will shake anywhere from 10 seconds to just over a minute, typically it is about 20- 30 seconds. I have changed the fuel filter, but no go. Help??

Reply #79 Robert (24.201.240.149) - Sun Aug 30 21:02:56 2009

Bonjour, j'ai un f-250, 1999, avec 147750 kms 7.3 litres,

mon problème est quand il est chaud, et ne part plus, il faut que j'attendre qu'il soit froid, et là il part comme d'habitude.

il y a 2 semaines je l'ai fait traité a huile métropolitain et depuis j'ai ce trouble???

j'aimerais avoir une solution a mon problème S.V.P.

Merci, Robert

Reply #80 John Zaccardi (71.20.214.80) - Sat Sep 19 15:21:00 2009

One of my F-250s 1995 starts and runs like a top cold. Once it is warm it won't start. Cranks great just won't start. Let it sit for an hour and it starts and runs great. I checked the fuel filter and it was filthy and hadn't been changed for quite some time. Between the folds it had thick scum. I was sure this must be impeding fuel flow but despite changing out the filter and allowing any water out the bottom no improvement. Also should mention that before my employee brought me the truck to deal with, he had a mechanic replace the cam sensor. Supposedly this fixed some problems he had in the past. Neither of them thought to check the fuel filter so I question whether cam sensors were ever a problem. So where next?

Reply #81 jeff (24.76.93.253) - Sun Sep 20 07:56:18 2009

i have a 99 f250 and it doesnt turn over at all it just geos click. replaced oil and feul filter had alter

Reply #82 cantevenspellpoker (67.225.62.43) - Mon Sep 21 13:25:30 2009

i have a 99 f250 and it doesnt turn over at all it just geos click...this is what happened! i jump start a person road side brake down, his van started and died again. he starting again but his engine wouldn't start...my truck is going, so after that situation jump start. i drove another km100. i shot off the engine, had a nap 20 minutes. i start the engine and drove for an other 5 hours to get home. so i arrived home, and shot off the engine. after one hour later, i wanted to move around my truck, it wouldn't start...all it does is, it doesnt turn over at all it just geos click. all the light system are on, but the emission system is on and battery too and also (abs).

Reply #83 Ricky Talbott (67.188.205.234) - Wed Sep 23 00:06:20 2009

Hello,

I would like to know where I can bye a rebiult ingine diesel F250 7.3

Reply #84 John (71.179.86.106) - Fri Sep 25 15:35:47 2009

I have a 95 E-350 7.3 power stroke. In the morning it starts fine, after it heats up, having a hard time starting. I let it sit for a few hours and starts right up. Cranks just fine. batteries relatively new. Seems like a feul problem?

Reply #85 Lou S. (68.80.102.113) - Sat Sep 26 12:03:24 2009

I have a 2006 F 250 diesel the truck wants to start kicks over for a second then dies the engine light was on for a couple of days but I did not use a scanner on it oil is fine and fuel filters have been replaced

Reply #86 George (70.57.255.121) - Sat Sep 26 16:50:24 2009

Hi, I have a 2000 F-250 SD 7.3 diesel with 110000 miles and have not had a bit of trouble until 2-3 weeks ago where it became hard to start. It would crank 3 - 5 seconds and not start then trying it again, it would start. I started it drove 0.5 mile stopped then it would not start but would crank. I must have tried it 6 - 8 times, it would crank but not start. I had it towed to the Ford shop $600. later they said a sensor was bad and a connector was bad. Got it home let it set a day then tried to start it and it was hard to start, crank for 3-5 seconds then stop and crank again for 3-5 seconds and it started. It seems like when it is hard to start, if it will start, after it is run, it will start normally. The exception was when it would not start at all. $600. a pop for troubleshooting is a bit much. In the service when you could not find out what was wrong with an item and just changed something, we called that shot gunning. I can't afford much more of that. It is still summertime here in New Mexico and does not get very cold at night , yet. Does any one have any ideas?

Reply #87 George (71.37.146.228) - Tue Sep 29 14:09:28 2009

Hi, Here is some additional info for my 'Hard to Start problem' Changed oil, oil level is ok. Changed Fuel Filter(Top of Engine)it was really dirty. Still have problems starting in the morning. Once started, it seems to start normally? Even though is cranks normally, could a battery cause a problem like this? Thanks, George

Reply #88 Jerry (75.164.240.8) - Sat Oct 3 23:06:10 2009

I have a 2004 Ford F-550 6.0 diesel that starts fine, but when you hit the accelerator... nothing. The rpm's don't rev up unless I have it in N. There is a definate power lag that takes several minutes from the time I hit the pedal to reach the engine. I recently had the both filters and the fuel pump replaced because it would only run for a short period of time then die. Now I have been running into this problem. Any reason as to why? I have to cycle the engine several times and try to get it warmed up before any power gets put to the engine to get it going.

Thanks

Reply #89 mike (24.211.85.28) - Sun Oct 11 13:24:31 2009

05 6.0 turbo cranks wont start has done this before let it sit and firers right up started today and no throttle response turned off will not start again. batteries just replaced, egr replaced 25000 mile back august 2008.

Reply #90 jim (68.68.71.27) - Thu Oct 15 18:22:58 2009

i have a 04 f250 that want start found out that the low pressure pump is bad this is the third one in 14 months

Reply #91 bob (173.61.49.248) - Thu Oct 15 19:01:05 2009

i have a 3006 f250 that had the same problem and they fond the fuel pump on the frame rail bad also they replaced the fuel unit in the tank for the second time.... i thought it was correct but the unit said their was more fuel in the truck than was their.. all services were covered under warranty even the second fuel unit since it was less than a year. the pump wasm covered under the 100ths mile 3 year plain.

Reply #92 Rich (98.225.217.208) - Sun Oct 18 22:11:26 2009

2001 f250 DSL as wait to start light not workin now won't run just drove it was fine

Reply #93 Steve (205.188.116.198) - Tue Oct 20 22:40:09 2009

I am upset with Ford Motor company! I bought my ford diesel truck new thinking that I had a vehicle that would last me for years and years and it should for what I paid for it! I have had this truck back to the dealer many times for loss of power problems under warranty and they never corrected the problem and now that the truck is out of warranty I have had all 8 injectors changed out and some sensors and I still had problems! Now My truck has 75, 000 miles on it and it runs like crap!

and I took the truck to another dealer and they checked the truck out and found out the trouble all along was the cam sensor ring, so I was told to repair this problem I would need a new short block! Sure enough, when they took the motor apart they found that the tack welds on the cam sensor ring broke loose and the ring would shift on the crank and give false codes to the sensor and cause the fuel to flow to the engine and cause it to smoke with unburned fuel and loss of power!

some times the engine would run good and then it would run rough and smoke!

So this is the problem that I have had and what had to be done to correct it! Now it runs like a brand new truck!

Ford wouldn't take care of this and told me that it was my problem! Since this wasn't corrected under warranty I think this is a problem that Ford should take care of!

The dealer that I bought the truck from did not have a diesel mechanic, he was a butcher and broke off bolts and left bolts off of the engine when he worked on it. I didn't find this out untill the other dealer I took it to, found all these problems and installed new bolts where there was none!

This goes to show that just because you take your truck back to a Ford dealer, you don't know if you have a qualified mechanic doing the work! I am now seeking a good lawyer!

Reply #94 Neil (199.216.41.251) - Wed Oct 21 18:03:25 2009

I have a 2005 F250 diesel. Starts fine, idles fine but sometimes won't accelerate from a stop. Once it's moving it runs good and only sometimes when I stop it sputters like it's about to stall when I try to get it moving. Will idle, no problem shutting it off and restarting the engine but just won't accelerate from a stop. Truck has new air and fuel filters. Any suggestions?

Reply #95 Steve (64.12.116.198) - Wed Oct 21 22:23:52 2009

Sounds like my 2004 F250 was doing the same as your truck was doing! Take it in to a good diesel mechanic and let him check it out!

Reply #96 Jamey Morris (75.104.146.90) - Thu Oct 22 19:37:49 2009

I have a 1992 F250 with a 7.3 diesel it starts ok runs for about 5 minutes and blows the 20 amp fuse under the hood for the glow plug timer relay and the fuel shut off. I replaced the glow plug timer relay with a used relay. any ideas?

Reply #97 Reno Vargas (74.45.34.37) - Sun Oct 25 23:24:11 2009

I have a Ford F250 diesel. I turn the key on and it blows a 30amp fuse the one that says wait to start for your glow plugs. Any ideas? thanks

Reply #98 Jason (69.152.14.17) - Sun Nov 1 00:23:44 2009

If anyone has a 2005 F250 diesel that they want to sell that has a bad 6.0 in it out of warranty I have cash $. Please contact me and I will buy your headache.

Reply #99 Jason (69.152.14.17) - Sun Nov 1 00:24:19 2009

If anyone has a 2005 or newer F250 diesel that they want to sell that has a bad 6.0 in it out of warranty I have cash $. Please contact me and I will buy your headache.

Reply #100 tony (66.169.220.14) - Sun Nov 1 16:53:55 2009

I have 2005 F250 diesel it turns over but does not start. I wet down a rag with some gas and put it over the intake housing, the engine started, it stays running as long as some one holds the gas down and the truck is at about 2500 rpms but if you let off the gas it dies I have changed all the filter could it be the cam position sensor or crank position sensor the truck is not showing any codes

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