Is there diesel fuel in the coolant tank?

I have a friend that has a 1999 F350 7.3 and has diesel fuel in the radiator fill tank. Any ideas? Maybe cracked injector tube or o rings.Any ideas on how to find which cylinders are affected?

What kind of coolant does a Motorcraft engine use?

G = Green-colored engine coolant approved to Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A (Motorcraft® Premium Antifreeze/Coolant) O = Orange-colored engine coolant approved to Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D or WSS-M97B44-D2 (Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant)

Why is there no pressure in the coolant tank?

The shop told me that it was because the diesel had eaten away at the O-rings. I checked with Ford and two other shops and both confirmed that diesel can eat away at the O-rings and the gasket material between the tank and radiator (would only hold about 6 – 7 lbs pressure).

What should I do if my coolant reservoir overflows?

In older automobiles, the radiator was made of copper and aluminum. In more modern automobiles, the radiator contains a lot of plastic. The plastic radiator are light weight, but tend to ware out faster. Replacing the radiator is recommended over applying a patch if the leak is found.

Why is my coolant not working on my diesel?

Cracked cups is what causes this.. If you are inclined, you can purchase the special tool from OTC. Most likely an injector cup issue. And you don’t need to buy an OTC tool. You can use an over sized bolt that will screw in to this and carefully pull it out with a pulley puller.

What is coolant recovery tank for Ford 7.3L PowerStroke?

Replace the old damaged Coolant Reservoir in your 1999-2003 Ford 7.3L Powerstroke with the Dorman 603-213 Coolant Reservoir. Dormans Engine Coolant Recovery Tank is designed for enduring use. It resists the expansion and cracking that extreme temperature fluctuations can cause. Plus, the durable plastic construction prevents coolant fluid loss.

Which is best coolant for Ford F250 7.3?

3. some people have used the newer ford gold premium because it has the additive in it already but testing a bottle right off the shelf showed me the additive was not concentrated enough so what was the point? the 7.3 is a much stouter engine no doubt about it but it does not just take any coolant. Is this the stuff for pre 99?

Can a wrong coolant damage a Ford 7.3?

The wrong coolant can damage the 7.3 really easily… 1. If you run the original green you need the anti cavitation additive or it will eat the front cover up. or lead to combustion chamber damage. 2.

I have a friend that has a 1999 F350 7.3 and has diesel fuel in the radiator fill tank. Any ideas? Maybe cracked injector tube or o rings.Any ideas on how to find which cylinders are affected?

What kind of fuel does a Ford PowerStroke use?

I have a 2002 f250 7.3 liter, with 146,000 miles. The truck was running fine with the exception of fuel mileage was tanking. Does cracked heads sound possible or have they just screwed up installing the new cups?

Why does my truck smell like diesel fuel?

As stated above by KANMAN it sounds like an injector cup is bad. My 2003 Excursion (80kmiles) has the same problem, smell fuel in the truck because it was over flowing at the coolant reservoir but the truck ran fine and is not overheating.

What causes low fuel pressure in a Ford?

Over time debris in the fuel system can lodge between the rubber seal of the regulator piston and the spring maintaining the pressure can weaken causing inconsistent and low fuel pressures. The photo to the left shows the location of the regulator in fuel bowl and the connection I used for my gauge.

What should fuel pressure be for Ford PowerStrokes?

Fuel delivery pressure is critical for 1999-2003 Ford Powerstrokes with 7.3L engines for making power and operating efficiently. Unfortunately many trucks suffer from low or inconsistent fuel pressure which can cause a loss of power, EGT issues and excessive smoke. The basic Ford specification for fuel pressure is 45-65 psi.

What to do if your diesel engine is leaking coolant?

Look for the basics like any visible coolant leaks from the 7.3 diesel engine. The main issues are often the thermostat or water pump, part number F81Z-8501-FA. $120-$250 for one of those. Both are fairly easy to replace. Injector control pressure (ICP) sensor.

When did the Ford PowerStroke diesel engine come out?

In 1994, the diesel world was changed forever. The 7.3L Powerstroke engine, made by International Navistar, was introduced to Ford Heavy Duty trucks. The 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel engine provided significantly better performance specifications than its 6.9L IDI and 7.3L predecessors.

What kind of horsepower does a Ford Superduty have?

The 1994 Ford Superduty with the 7.3L Diesel engine produces 210 horsepower and 425 lb-ft of torque. That’s an increase of 40 horsepower and 87 lb-ft of torque over the IDI. Adjustments were made also every year to the 7.3l Powerstroke that made these trucks more powerful, especially in later models.

How much horsepower does a 1994 Ford Superduty have?

The 1994 Ford Superduty with the 7.3L Diesel engine produces 210 horsepower and 425 lb-ft of torque. That’s an increase of 40 horsepower and 87 lb-ft of torque over the IDI. International Navistar also made structural improvements to promote reliability and dependability.

What causes a 7.3L diesel engine to overheat?

7) Ford 7.3 Power Stroke Diesel Overheating Overheating is a general issue the 7.3L Ford Power Stroke engine runs into. This could be related to the radiator, thermostat, water pump, cooling fan or bad coolant. Signs of overheating should be easy to pick up on.

What kind of coolant does a 7.3L engine use?

Most 7.3L engines use Motorcraft Green Coolant although some model years were factory filled with Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant With Motorcraft Green coolant add Diesel Supplemental Coolant Additive every 15,000 miles 6.0L & 6.4L

Is it bad to have diesel in coolant?

Hello, I just had my sleeves replaced due to diesel in the coolant. It is back at the shop as the problem continues and am being told I have cracked heads instead of bad sleeves. The 7.3 has 146,000 miles and never ran bad, just bad mileage.

When to do a coolant flush on a diesel engine?

A coolant flush should be performed when contaminants are found inside the engine’s cooling system. Consult the Ford Workshop Manual to determine if a coolant flush is appropriate (see your local Ford dealer for more details). If a flush is recommended, use Motorcraft VC-9 Diesel Cooling System Iron Cleaner.

Are there any problems with a 7.3 liter diesel engine?

The legendary 7.3 Power Stroke Diesel engine, when properly maintained can provide years of trouble free service. However there are several common problems that can develop over time. Generally speaking these can all be resolved relatively easily. Listed below are 9 common problems of the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Diesel engine.

What does it mean if you have diesel in your coolant tank?

Uh oh, this usually means cracked injector cups or head gasket. Usually its the injector cups if you have diesel in the coolant. hey there, im going through the same thing. just went to do a coolant flush and found diesel in the overflow tank.

Why was my coolant cap replaced on my Powerstroke truck?

Often, when you remove the cap from the truck, this seal will be deformed and expanded from reacting with the petroleum. This particular truck came in with the coolant cap replaced because the rubber seal was all deformed from reacting with the petroleum.

Which is the best coolant for a F350 XLT?

2002 BLUE F350 XLT 7.3 4×4 Crew Cab short box, BTS Tranny, 6.0 tranny cooler, 4″ Silverline Stainless exhaust, S&B intake, DP F6 Tuner with 9 tunes. Line X, B&W turnover ball, Prodigy brake controller. If you are flushing and refilling your cooling system there are many good choices.

What’s the problem with my Ford PowerStroke 7.3 diesel?

It is back at the shop as the problem continues and am being told I have cracked heads instead of bad sleeves. The 7.3 has 146,000 miles and never ran bad, just bad mileage. Does any one know if the heads could actually be the problem or is the mechanic just guessing? thanks for any help.

Is there diesel fuel in the coolant tank?