What are the set marks on an ISX 450?
The set marks are A, B, and C: Set to mark A to adjust cylinder 1 or 6. Set to mark B to adjust cylinder 2 or 5. Set to mark C to adjust cylinder 3 or 4. Two complete revolutions are required to set all valves, engine brakes, and injectors.
What causes hesitation and surge on the ISX Cummins?
2003 Dodge 5.9L diesel will no longer start unless I use a bump of starting fluid. Otherwise, runs perfectly. The problems all started when the engine began to start after long cranking periods. I not … read more 97 dodge: wont start..leak in return line..also replacd lift pump.
What should the injector setting be on a Cummins ISX 450?
injector setting is 71 inlbs Do notuse a click-type torque wrench. Use a dial-type torque wrench with a range of 0 to 150 in-lb to tighten the injector rocker lever adjusting screw. If the screw chatters during setting, repair the screw and lever as required. Back out the adjusting screw one or two turns.
What did I do when my ISX wouldn’t start?
Turns out it was the primer pump, apparantly the motor still worked, but the pump part had stopped working. Ended up pulling the line off the primer pump inlet and running a hose into a bucket with fuel. Turned the key on and started the pump.
How to set valve and injector on Cummins ISX 500?
Back out the adjusting screw one or two turns. Hold the torque wrench in a position that allows you to look in a direct line at the dial. This is to make sure the dial will be read accurately. Make sure the parts are aligned, and squeeze the oil out of the valve and injector train by tightening the adjusting screw.
Where do you insert the timing pin on an ISX 450?
Insert the pin in the hole in the pin boss. (see pic) The green band on the timing pin will be lined up with the surface of the timing pin boss of the block. The pin is not correctly seated in the crank notch if the green band is either completely visible outside the block, or is not visible at all. Timing Wedges: