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What problems can be caused by running a diesel engine starved for fuel?
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∙ 9y ago
A diesel engine that is starved for fuel will lose prime. This means that you will be unable to start the engine once it has stalled.
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Diesel grand vitara enging problems?
Diesel Grand Vitara engine problems can be caused by low-quality oil or coolant leaks. Fouled spark plugs can also cause the problems.
What happens if you put diesel fuel in a Toyota Tundra that uses regular gas?
It will not run if your put in lots of diesel. Even if it did run there will be no real damage. Normally (if it hasn't been running on a diesel/gas mix for very long ) all you have to do is drain and clean the tank, and replace the fuel filter. If it has been running on the mix it may have caused fuel system problems, like clogged injectors.
Why do diesel vehicles need to be kept running?
A diesel vehicles does not need to be running. A diesel ignition in a Diesel engine comes from compression and not spark.
What are the Hazards of not running diesel car often?
none, use a good fuel additive and change filters regulary you will have no problems.
What causes poor piston ring sealing in diesel generators?
Poor piston ring sealing in diesel generators can be caused by damage or misapplication. If a diesel generator is left running under a low load it can cause poor piston sealing as well.
Can allowing gas to get low cause problems with power stroke diesel running?
first up, if you are putting gas in a diesel, you are lucky to have it running at all. next if you are using diesel and letting it get low, in the winter it will gel, causing problems, allowing fuel to get low will also allow dirt and crud from bottom of tank to passed thru fuel lines. try changing fuel filter and see if that fixes the problem
Do you have to start and stop on Diesel if running bio diesel?
im not sure i understand your question, if you mean do you have to do anything differently than when running petro, the answer is no.
Why do people leave diesel trucks running?
People leave their diesel trucks running because they think it is better. It is a truck with no spark plugs.
How do you get your diesel truck running after you ran it out of diesel?
Fill up the fuel filter with diesel fuel before you try starting it.
Why no spark plugs for diesel engine?
Because a diesel ignites due to the heat caused by the compression pressures in the diesel engine.
Does a diesel engine vehicle continue running if you remove the battery while it is still running?
Depends. An older Diesel is likely to keep running. A modern, with a full set of electronic engine diagnostic might not.
How long will diesel car run on petrol?
It won't, even a mixture of gasoline and diesel will not work. May I add that running petrol in a diesel will destroy that diesel engine.
