Slow crank/ no start
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Slow crank/ no start
Hi guys this is my first post, anyways i've had a 97 powerstroke for about a year mow and have not any prior issues with the truck(usually starts right up). Well today it was -18 c and when I hopped in I noticed it was cranking very slow not starting at all (no smoke, nothing) I contined to try to start the truck untill my batterys died no luck, it was 6:30 and had to be a work for 7 so i plugged in the block heater and went to work. when i got home hoping that the truck was just cold i called a tow truck for a jump, after several times jumping still no luck. What gives? what do you guys think any help would truly be appricated thanks
Coty
Edit: i have tested my gpr, and even lit a little coffee can fire under my oil pan. my water in fuel, engine temp, and fuel filter light are on now also
Coty
Edit: i have tested my gpr, and even lit a little coffee can fire under my oil pan. my water in fuel, engine temp, and fuel filter light are on now also
Last edited by I<3WhiteGirls; 01-22-2013 at 06:23 PM.
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sounds like the batteries are shot. put a voltage tester on the batteries, 13.6 is full, anything under 12 is dead. when the batteries die on our pickups the computer freaks out sometimes so that would explain your warning lights. the powerstroke puts alot of strain on the batteries so the walls inside break down faster. usually need new batteries every 2 -3 years
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