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When should a fuel filter be changed on a semi?

When should a fuel filter be changed on a semi? They usually require a change every 10,000 to 15,000 miles whereas a modern gasoline fuel filter could go 100K+ miles before a change is needed – if at all. Most diesel truck applications will require 2 diesel fuel filters to be serviced. What's the best way to change the fuel filter? Tried that trick too to no avail. Best guess.....Primer pump seal is allowing air to enter. Remove diesel tank filler cap, using compressed air and blow gun wrap it with a clean rag to form a seal and pressure...
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What would cause a furnace to not shut off?

What would cause a furnace to not shut off? If your furnace won't shut off, you likely have one of the following problems: Incorrect setting on thermostat. Dirty air filter. Broken blower fan motor. What does it mean when Furnace Fan won't turn off? On the chance that there is a shorted thermostat wire, a problem that can also cause the A/C or warm air furnace fan to run continuously see THERMOSTAT WON'T TURN OFF. Details about the manual FAN ON or FAN AUTO ON switch right at the furnace or air handler at the manual at BLOWER FAN CONTINUOUS...
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When do you see rapid deceleration in sports?

When do you see rapid deceleration in sports? Learn more RAPID DECELERATION IS SEEN IN A WIDE VARIETY OF SPORTS WHEN STOPPING OR AS A PRECURSOR TO A CHANGE IN DIRECTION. THESE RAPID CHANGES IN VELOCITY OFTEN OCCUR OVER A MINIMAL AMOUNT OF DISTANCE OR TIME AND ARE OFTEN IN RESPONSE TO EXTERNAL STIMULI SUCH AS AN OPPONENT'S MOVEMENT OR BOUNDARY LINES. What happens in the deceleration phase of a vehicle? During deceleration phase of the movement before stopping at a station, they apply the regenerative braking returning the energy into the power network. What do you need to know...
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What happens if you engage 4×4 while driving?

What happens if you engage 4x4 while driving? Driving a part-time 4WD system on dry pavement can break the front axles, shear the differential gears and even break apart the differential case. As soon as you hit dry pavement, shift back into 2WD. When to engage the 4 wheel drive system? Some older and more basic 4WD systems must by engaged manually with the vehicle at a complete stop and the transmission in either Park or Neutral. Don’t try to engage these 4 wheel drive systems when the vehicle is moving or you can damage expensive components. Why does my...
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What to do if your Volvo shifter is stuck?

What to do if your Volvo shifter is stuck? You may need to manually get your Volvo out of Park if you have to tow the car, want to move an inoperable car, the battery has died, or simply the shifter is stuck and won't come out of the park. The shifter override methods described here will allow you to release the Volvo shifter on any model manually. What to do if your Volvo is stuck in Park? If your Volvo shifter is stuck in the park, don't panic. In this guide, you will learn how to override the Volvo...
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Is there a fuse between the alternator and the battery?

Is there a fuse between the alternator and the battery? There are 2 fuses for the alternator. One is usually a fusable link (wire) for connecting the stator diodes to the battery, and a lower value fuse (10 to 30 amp) for protecting the field (rotor). Why is my alternator on my Dodge 1500 not working? The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving, it was noticed that the charging gage on instrument panel was not functioning. The contact opened the hood to find that the wiring pigtails on the alternator and the bottom...
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Why does the Check Engine light keep coming back on?

Why does the Check Engine light keep coming back on? The fuel tank evaporative system vent solenoid could be the failure because they are prone to getting dirt and debris in the solenoid filter causing them to not vent the tank properly. The valve will operate electrically. How can I tell if my truck engine is overheating? Air pockets are not visible, but it is easy to tell if you have one by double checking fluid levels and watching your gauge right after any cooling system work is performed. Air pockets can cause severe overheating and engine damage if left...
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What to do about low idle and shakes?

What to do about low idle and shakes? So far I have cleaned the MAF sensor, new air filter, new plugs, wires, cap, rotor, cleaned the EGR, replaced the Ignition control and Ignition control module. I have even run GM top cleaner through it (throttle body) for Carbon build-up and got no carbon or results. Why does my car shake when in idle? After having my car serviced for oil change, tire rotation and air filter replacement, as I was leaving the service center my car had a new engine vibration/shake while in park or neutral in idle. If I...
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Why do I have white smoke coming from my radiator?

Why do I have white smoke coming from my radiator? Make sure you are monitoring the coolant level in the radiator/reservoir. If the white smoke is exclusively from the exhaust pipe, a leaking cylinder head gasket would be a suspect. In this case the coolant would end up being heated in the combustion chambers and blown out the exhaust as the engine starts. Why does my car smell like antifreeze in the winter? The liquid has to be a 50/50 mix of water and ethylene glycol. It travels from the engine to radiator through a special hose. It redistributes the...
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What to do if transmission starts slipping?

What to do if transmission starts slipping? Burnt or Worn Out Fluid – Drain & RefillJack the vehicle up and unbolt the pan. Remove and replace the filter.Scrape off the old transmission pan gasket and replace.Bolt-on the pan and fill with ATF.Start the vehicle and check for leaks.Use copious amounts of kitty litter to cleanup the mess that you've just made. Why do I feel like my transmission is slipping? If you owned your car for a while, you have probably learned how your engine behaves and when your transmission should shift to the next gear. If you feel that...