What are the problems with the W900 truck?
Now, that W900 is here at our shop, and it’s our turn to take a crack at fixing this electrical mystery. The first problem we sought to fix on this KW was an intermittent loss of power. When the throttle was put to the floor then released, the throttle would go dead for a few seconds and the truck would lose power.
Where can I get a W900 diesel fixed?
Neither the dealer nor the local Detroit Diesel shop could figure this one out, and after plenty of parts (and money) were thrown at this truck, nothing was solved. Now, that W900 is here at our shop, and it’s our turn to take a crack at fixing this electrical mystery.
What kind of diesel does a Kenworth W900 have?
The truck is a 1999 Kenworth W900 that has been repowered with a DDEC III Series 60. Neither the dealer nor the local Detroit Diesel shop could figure this one out, and after plenty of parts (and money) were thrown at this truck, nothing was solved.
How long has the Kenworth W900 been in production?
Kenworth W900. The Kenworth W900 is a model line of conventional-cab trucks produced by the American truck manufacturer Kenworth. Distinguished by its long hood length, the W900 is one of the longest-produced model lines in American automotive history, having remained in production since 1961.
What kind of Hood does a Kenworth W900 have?
As with its predecessor, the 900-series shared the chassis of the Kenworth cabover, replacing the “Bullnose” Kenworth COE with the Kenworth K100. As before, a side-opening “butterfly” hood was standard, but a forward tilting fiberglass hood became an option for the first time.
Is there a problem with the Jake engine?
One down, two to go. If the problem was only an intermittent Jake issue, we would be taking a hard look at the sensor and injector harnesses, but as it is directly related to the engine fan, we can eliminate those as potential problem areas at this point.
Why is my Jake engine fan not working?
This harness supplies the input and output signals for both the Jake and the engine fan. This is the first harness that we needed to remove from the truck and inspect. The second possibility is that the Jake and fan override input signals are interfering with one another in the dashboard wiring harnesses.
Is there a problem with the throttle pedal?
The engine starts fine the problem is that throttle pedal doesn’t accelerate some time and some times just disappear at the time i am driving. Went to several shops they replace censor, problem disappear for one week and then come back again.
Why does my snowmobile engine not Rev at 4000 rpm?
Sounds like your primary is engaging too soon, causing the engine to bog and power out. Either jack the back end up off the ground or take the belt off and see if the engine will rev freely or if it still won’t rev over 4000 RPM. This will tell you if it’s an engine power issue or possibly a drive train issue.
When do you need to replace the throttle position sensor?
As soon as you see a mix of these throttle position sensor symptoms, you should test the TPS and if it isn’t functioning properly, it needs to be replaced. Unfortunately, a TPS cannot be repaired as it is a tiny sensor but the good news is that a new sensor “usually” isn’t too expensive so you can get back on the road soon enough.
How many people worked at Detroit Diesel in 1943?
By 1943, Detroit Diesel employed 4,300 people, more than 1,400 of them women. Together, these employees produced 57,892 engines in 1943. Detroit Diesel launches Series 110 engines used in construction equipment, rail cars, and power generation.
When do you lose power on a truck?
The first problem we sought to fix on this KW was an intermittent loss of power. When the throttle was put to the floor then released, the throttle would go dead for a few seconds and the truck would lose power. When you have a problem like this, the first thing you need to do is check the throttle positioning sensor.