Are there any problems with the MBE900 engine?
Are there any problems with the MBE900 engine?
I drove for a company that had a number of earlier (2001) MBE900 units and they had a “Check Engine” light problem that usually arose under heavy load/ hard climb situations. There was never a power loss (engine derating, which essentially is a “self preservation” mode).
Why is my Mercedes Benz MBE 900 blowing white smoke?
Many earlier Thomas Built bus fleets have the Mercedes MBE 900 diesel engine which incorporates an EGR cooler. If a bus with the MBE 900 begins to emit white smoke from the exhaust pipe, the EGR cooler may need to be checked as a possible contributing factor.
What causes SPN on Mercedes Benz MBE 900?
A specific SPN can be a clue to a worn out turbocharger in the MBE 900 diesel engine, leading experienced technicians to look in a certain repair direction and test for verification.
What does Code 128 mean on MBE 900?
When the electronic engine control system detects a fault, it broadcasts a message on the datalink. The dash display will show the code “128,” indicating there is an engine fault. Troubleshooting problems and solutions for the MBE 900 engine are listed in Table “Engine Troubleshooting Problems and Recommended Solutions (1 of 2)” and .
I drove for a company that had a number of earlier (2001) MBE900 units and they had a “Check Engine” light problem that usually arose under heavy load/ hard climb situations. There was never a power loss (engine derating, which essentially is a “self preservation” mode).
Is there a warranty on a Cummins MBE 900?
We have a Cat engine that has a 750k warranty which isn’t too bad. We primarily are running KW’s with cummins in them for the rebuild factor. Jury is still out on whether I want to purchase the new EPA trucks any time soon. Way too many problems with them at this point. There is my penny in the pond.
Where was the coolant leak on my mb900?
The coolant leak was in the sleeper at a fitting to the sleeper heater. There was another hose clamp beneath the sleeper that leaked as well but that one I saw the dripping and tightened right away. I never could find the other leak in the sleeper but they found it in service.
Why does my mb900 have low boost code?
A low boost code could be a simple wiring/connector problem or a sensor out of range. I drove for a company that had a number of earlier (2001) MBE900 units and they had a “Check Engine” light problem that usually arose under heavy load/ hard climb situations.
What happens if the EGR valve fails on a Freightliner?
The coolant temperature is much lower than the engine exhaust and absorbs the heat. If an EGR valve fails or sticks open an immediate loss in power happens along with a check engine light on the dash. In the video we are using the ServiceLink software provided by Freightliner to test the valve.
Why does my mb900 engine have no power?
We are in a 05 Sterling with a MB900. And have had three EGR cooler failures. They seem to fail about every 70,000 miles. First time we had no power, check engine light,unexplained loss of coolant. The leaking cooler caused a carbon build up on the EGR valve.
How to start a 2005 Mercedes Benz Freightliner?
Park it on a bit of a down hill with the air tanks full. Put it in 3rd gear and shut it off. Turn the key to on and let it roll with the clutch depressed. Release the clutch gently while applying a bit of pressure to the diesel pedal.
The coolant temperature is much lower than the engine exhaust and absorbs the heat. If an EGR valve fails or sticks open an immediate loss in power happens along with a check engine light on the dash. In the video we are using the ServiceLink software provided by Freightliner to test the valve.
We are in a 05 Sterling with a MB900. And have had three EGR cooler failures. They seem to fail about every 70,000 miles. First time we had no power, check engine light,unexplained loss of coolant. The leaking cooler caused a carbon build up on the EGR valve.
What kind of truck is a 2005 Freightliner?
2005 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 106, HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS – TOW TRUCKS – ROLL-BACK, MODEL XEZ18 18′ HYDRAULIC TAIL FLATBED, 17′ WOOD DECK INCLUDING… 2005 FREIGHTLINER, BUSINESS CLASS M2 106, Medium Duty Trucks – Box Trucks – Dry Cargo-Delivery, Caterpillar C7, Automatic, 24 Box, A/C, AMFM, Air Seat…
What to do if your Freightliner has a trouble code?
If there are no further codes, I would make sure the fuel filter is a detroit diesel/ mercedes part. I would also check under the cab to see if there is an inline fuel filter in the plastic fuel line, and change it or eliminate it.
What are the trouble codes on a Freightliner M2 106?
Can anyone decode a Freightliner M2 106 w/MBE 900 trouble codes SID 025 & FAIL 07 ?? You have only posted 2/3 of the code. bh 164, trucks not starting, like its losing its prime…
What makes a Freightliner engine hard to start?
It’s probably not an injector, but fuel loss from one of the high pressure pipes can make them hard to start. look for fuel leaks on the driver’s side of the engine.
Why does my Freightliner W Mercedes not start?
Maybe you parked on an unlevel spot and the sensor is not reading right. Give it a sniff of starting fluid to see if it’ll try to fire. That’ll tell you if it’s fuel related. Maybe it sucked air into the fuel system (damn plastic fuel lines next to a hot engine) or bled back to the tanks overnight.
Park it on a bit of a down hill with the air tanks full. Put it in 3rd gear and shut it off. Turn the key to on and let it roll with the clutch depressed. Release the clutch gently while applying a bit of pressure to the diesel pedal.
