fuel filter
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fuel filter
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2000 f250 sd v10 4x4 gasser. Service engine soon light came on. so I took it to Auto zone and had them pull code. it showed it was starving for fuel.
We replaced the fuel filter, it was uneventfull.
I was wondering how long it will take be fore the light will go off?
and if it doesn't looks like it may be an injector. wondering if there's any way around that.
thanks for any replys
2000 f250 sd v10 4x4 gasser. Service engine soon light came on. so I took it to Auto zone and had them pull code. it showed it was starving for fuel.
We replaced the fuel filter, it was uneventfull.
I was wondering how long it will take be fore the light will go off?
and if it doesn't looks like it may be an injector. wondering if there's any way around that.
thanks for any replys
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The friendly folks at Autozone should be able to clear your codes.
How did they figure it was starving for fuel? The only code I can think of would be a bank 1 or bank 2 lean code, but that would NOT necessarily mean a restriction in the fuel system.
When was the last time you replaced your filter?
How did they figure it was starving for fuel? The only code I can think of would be a bank 1 or bank 2 lean code, but that would NOT necessarily mean a restriction in the fuel system.
When was the last time you replaced your filter?
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The friendly folks at Autozone should be able to clear your codes.
How did they figure it was starving for fuel? The only code I can think of would be a bank 1 or bank 2 lean code, but that would NOT necessarily mean a restriction in the fuel system.
When was the last time you replaced your filter?
How did they figure it was starving for fuel? The only code I can think of would be a bank 1 or bank 2 lean code, but that would NOT necessarily mean a restriction in the fuel system.
When was the last time you replaced your filter?
When I replaced the battery about 3 to 4 days earlyer wal mark turned the light off for me. however it came back on.
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I'm sorry, I didn't see you posted back!
Do you know the exact code? More than likely, as I stated above you're getting a lean code. This could be either a P0171 or P0174, or both. Here's some information from OBD-codes.com that may apply IF THIS IS THE RIGHT CODE.
Make sure you get the codes read before doing this!!!
Here's what they suggest to fix it:
The Mass Air Flow sensor is a common thing to go bad in these trucks. It's basically a heated wire in the air intake. After awhile it can get built up with crud making it's readings unreliable. I would pull the sensor out and take a good look at it. If it has any buildup on it at all, I'd replace the sensor and see what happens.
Do you know the exact code? More than likely, as I stated above you're getting a lean code. This could be either a P0171 or P0174, or both. Here's some information from OBD-codes.com that may apply IF THIS IS THE RIGHT CODE.
Make sure you get the codes read before doing this!!!
Originally Posted by www.OBD-codes.com[/QUOTE
Basically this means that an oxygen sensor in bank 1 detected a lean condition (too much oxygen in the exhaust). On V6/V8/V10 engines, Bank 1 is the side of the engine that has cylinder #1.
Note: This DTC is very similar to P0174, and in fact your vehicle may show both codes at the same time.
Note: This DTC is very similar to P0174, and in fact your vehicle may show both codes at the same time.
Originally Posted by www.OBD-codes.com[/QUOTE
Possible solutions include:
In the vast majority of cases, simply cleaning the MAF sensor does the trick. Consult your service manual for it's location if you need help. I find it's best to take it off and spray it with electronics cleaner or brake cleaner. Make sure you are careful not to damage the MAF sensor, and make sure it's dry before reinstalling
Inspect all vacuum and PCV hoses, replace if necessary
Check for a dirty fuel filter and proper fuel pressure
In the vast majority of cases, simply cleaning the MAF sensor does the trick. Consult your service manual for it's location if you need help. I find it's best to take it off and spray it with electronics cleaner or brake cleaner. Make sure you are careful not to damage the MAF sensor, and make sure it's dry before reinstalling
Inspect all vacuum and PCV hoses, replace if necessary
Check for a dirty fuel filter and proper fuel pressure
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ok THX a million. sorry not to know much about what's under the hood. old school hot rodder. when they moved the choke off the dash........I gave up. lol
thanks again
thanks again
