How long does it take to Prime a Duramax Diesel?
How long does it take to Prime a Duramax Diesel?
A kit for under 50 bucks (which includes enough new fuel line to replace the two from the filter head) comes with the kit, or you can buy just the “O” rings. Easy to do with basic tools. Even when replacing the fuel filter with a dry one, it should prime within less then a minute of pumping.
Where is the primer cylinder on a Duramax Diesel?
On the passenger side of the motor you will find the fuel filter assembly. On top there is a primer cylinder and a plastic bleeder screw. Pump the cylinder until it gets hard, then crack the bleeder and let the air out. Repeat the process until fuel comes out and the truck stays running.
What should I replace the fuel lines on my Duramax?
Replaced the complete fuel lines on this Duramax with Dorman stainless like kit and a new cooler. Replaced the complete fuel lines on this Duramax with Dorman stainless like kit and a new cooler. AboutPressCopyrightContact usCreatorsAdvertiseDevelopersTermsPrivacyPolicy & SafetyHow YouTube worksTest new features
What to do if your diesel fuel line is bleeding air?
Here are the steps to take in bleeding air from a diesel fuel system: 1. Turn off fuel valve. 2. Clean outside of filter housing. 3. Install new filter element and new gaskets. A little oil on the gasket will aid a tight seal. 4. I’d suggest that you fill a spin-on filter with clean fuel before installation. 5.
How to stop a Duramax truck from losing Prime?
Tried running fuel line from injection pump to tank of diesel.. No go Pressurized the fuel tank primed it and tried starting.. Nothing Pressurized fuel tank sprayed soap water on lines.. No leaks found Tried having someone prime while I cranked. Truck will run off starting fluid through airbox but dies when you stop spraying.
A kit for under 50 bucks (which includes enough new fuel line to replace the two from the filter head) comes with the kit, or you can buy just the “O” rings. Easy to do with basic tools. Even when replacing the fuel filter with a dry one, it should prime within less then a minute of pumping.
On the passenger side of the motor you will find the fuel filter assembly. On top there is a primer cylinder and a plastic bleeder screw. Pump the cylinder until it gets hard, then crack the bleeder and let the air out. Repeat the process until fuel comes out and the truck stays running.
What causes a 6.6L diesel to lose fuel Prime?
It’s probably your filter head seals. You can get a rebuild kit from MerchantAuto for less than 50 bucks. Hope this helps. They stated the first things that should be checked. If none of that works, check your injectors, if they fail, fuel will leak into your crank case, causing a loss of prime.
