Starting Out Of Fuel Diesel

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WARNING: DO NOT USE starting fluids (ether) or flammable liquids to aid the starting of a Diesel engine. NEVER pour diesel fuel, flammable liquids or starting fluids into the air cleaner canister, air intake or turbocharger housing in an attempt to start the vehicle. A flash fire may result causing personal injury.

Add 5 gallons of diesel fuel to fuel tank.
Open air bleed valve on top of filter housing Figure.
Connect hose to the air bleed valve on the top of the filter housing Figure.
Place a suitable container under the filter drain hose.
Crank the engine in 10 to 15 second intervals until clear fuel is observed at the air bleed hose (Wait 1 minute between cranking intervals to avoid overheating the starter).
CAUTION: If engine starts during step #5, stop engine and close air bleed valve before attempting restart.
Close the air bleed valve.
Crank the engine in 10 to 15 second intervals until the engine starts. (Wait 1 minute between cranking intervals to avoid overheating the starter).

Fig 1: Identifying Diesel Injection Pump Components

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Fig 2: Adjusting Idle Speed (Diesel)

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NOTE: For more information regarding Diesel Idle Speed Adjustments refer to the ADJUSTMENTS - 6.5L DIESEL article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.

Fig 3: Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve - CDRV (Diesel)

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NOTE: For more information regarding CDVR testing and service refer to the SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - 6.5L DIESEL article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.