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Feb 5, 2011 | 05:35 PM

johnblade

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help identify component

Iam having trouble starting my truck,I noticed this component was making a lot of noise when trying to start my 2007 f350 hd. Sorry for the picture quality,it is on my album page,couldnt seem to attach here. Thank you

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Feb 5, 2011 | 05:41 PM

william_04_x

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Here's the pic John is trying to post.

What was the general location around the motor when you took this pic? Is this looking from top, bottom, driver's, passenger side?

Feb 5, 2011 | 05:55 PM

johnblade

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top down view

This is on the passenger side of the truck,it is mounted on a bracket closer to the rear of the engine compartment.There is an electrical connection and some small tubes coming from it.

Feb 5, 2011 | 06:01 PM

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vacuum pump

Feb 5, 2011 | 06:18 PM

johnblade

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Thanks Bob

Any idea why this would be making a lot of racket when i try to start the truck.

Feb 5, 2011 | 08:01 PM

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To create vacuum for your truck. It comes on when the key is turned on and I believe while cranking as well. Can't hear mine while cranking or with the engine running because of engine noise.