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Suspected air lock on diesel
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Posted by Kestrel CT on May 22, 2007 at 05:26:43 from (71.235.9.43):
I'm no diesel mechanic but I am a nut on routine maintenance, like filter changing. I just replaced the 3 filters on my 1983 Westerbeke, 1 primary, 1 on the electric lift pump, and 1 in-line filter before the injector pump. She'll run for 2-3 seconds and die. I'm sure air was introduced but my manual says "no need to bleed" due to the electric lift pump. Been changing these filters for 15 years the same way and never bled anything. Don't really know the sequence anyway. I tried opening the fuel cap to allow more air but that didn't work. Would apppreciate any tips on where to look first. The lift pump appears to work and "ticks" when key is turned. Fuel tank is 3/4 full. Glow plug solonoid also clicks and draws its usual amps. I'm kinda' stumped now...... Thanks guys....
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