What causes an intermittent diagnostic code on a truck?
The most likely cause of an intermittent code is a faulty connection or damaged wiring. Next is a component failure such as a sensor or a switch. The least likely cause is the ECM. LOGGED diagnostic codes can be a valuable indicator for troubleshooting intermittent problems.
What kind of truck has a cat 3126 engine?
Im not a ford or International fan so im looking at what ive always loved , GM trucks speciifically the 1990-2002 Kodiak/topkick trucks like the 6500 series. Have found a few late 90’s/early 2000’s trucks that have 25,ooo # gvwr.
What kind of injection does a cat 3126 use?
It is an awesome running truck, he changes his own fluids and has never had any down time with it. The 3126 is a slightly larger version of the 3116 (6.6L vs. 7.2L). All the 3116’s that I have ever seen had mechanical injection, most of the 3126’s are the E model, which use HEUI injection.
Why does my truck engine not start when I replace the ECM?
NOTE: A new ECM comes with an unprogrammed Personality Module in it. If the ECM has been replaced, the ECM WILL NOT COMMUNICATE and the ENGINE WILL NOT START until the integral Personality Module has had software flashed into it. 4.
How big is a 3126B diesel truck engine?
3126B 175-330 hp 420-860 lb-ft @ 1440 rpm Peak Torque 42.5 in (1078 mm) 31.4 in (798 mm) 34.0 in (862 mm) Shown with Optional Equipment From the library of Barrington Diesel Club
Where is the Diagnostic Code stored on a Caterpillar engine?
Caterpillar Electronic Engines have self diagnostic capability. When the system detects a problem, the CHECK ENGINE/DIAGNOSTIC (YELLOW) lamp activates. In most cases a diagnostic code will be stored in permanent memory within the ECM. The diagnostic code can be retrieved by using either of the following methods.
Where can I Find my engine diagnostic code?
When the system detects a problem, the CHECK ENGINE/DIAGNOSTIC (YELLOW) lamp activates. In most cases a diagnostic code will be stored in permanent memory within the ECM. The diagnostic code can be retrieved by using either of the following methods. Some vehicles have electronic dashboards that provide a direct readout of engine diagnostic codes.