Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    mamccarty's Avatar
    mamccarty Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #1

    Mar 9, 2010, 07:42 AM
    Ford f 350 lost electrical power to engine
    2006 F350 6.0 Diesel - Engine lost electrical power while driving. All other power works. When ignition switch turned on dash lights up but glow plug indicator does not go off and engine does not crank at all. Would appreciate quick response (I'm sitting on the side of the road)
    TxGreaseMonkey's Avatar
    TxGreaseMonkey Posts: 16,761, Reputation: 5597
    Uber Member
    		  
    #2

    Mar 9, 2010, 07:50 AM

    . Test all under hood and under dash fuses with a test light or multimeter:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post252145

    Be very thorough, since it will save a lot of time and money. Don't overlook the possibility of a "mega" fuse on the end of the under hood fuse box.

    . Check for codes.

    . Check ignition switch for wear, pitting, or melting.

    . Remove and fully charge both batteries. Most auto parts stores will test and charge batteries for free. If the batteries are low, it may indicate a problem with the alternator.

    . Check battery cables--review ground cable carefully. Clean battery terminals and cable connections.

    In a situation like this, you need to start establishing a "known good baseline;" i.e. fuses, codes, battery, ignition switch.
    mamccarty's Avatar
    mamccarty Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #3

    Mar 9, 2010, 08:03 AM

    Fuses and ignition switch seem to be OK. Are there any relays that might effect this such as Starter Relay or IDM High Current Relay?
    TxGreaseMonkey's Avatar
    TxGreaseMonkey Posts: 16,761, Reputation: 5597
    Uber Member
    		  
    #4

    Mar 9, 2010, 08:12 AM

    This link may help to troubleshoot the starter motor:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post235560

    The starter solenoid is the starter relay.
    TxGreaseMonkey's Avatar
    TxGreaseMonkey Posts: 16,761, Reputation: 5597
    Uber Member
    		  
    #5

    Mar 9, 2010, 08:19 AM

    The basic diesel engine troubleshooting link is below:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...ml#post1415281
    TxGreaseMonkey's Avatar
    TxGreaseMonkey Posts: 16,761, Reputation: 5597
    Uber Member
    		  
    #6

    Mar 9, 2010, 08:31 AM

    With ranchers, in Texas, I've encountered major problems with dirt and corrosion on under hood fuses on PSDs. At times, the problem has been so bad that current would not pass through three or four major circuits. Testing for power through the fuse with a test light or multimeter uncovers the problem. In these cases, I simply remove and clean the fuses with abrasive cloth. All it takes is one important fuse to be a problem.
    mamccarty's Avatar
    mamccarty Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #7

    Mar 9, 2010, 08:50 AM

    If starter relay went bad would it kill engine while driving?
    TxGreaseMonkey's Avatar
    TxGreaseMonkey Posts: 16,761, Reputation: 5597
    Uber Member
    		  
    #8

    Mar 9, 2010, 09:33 AM

    No.

    I lean towards a problem with the ignition switch, alternator, battery, fuse, or wiring.
Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions
 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

Ford power stroke diesel engine [ 7 Answers ]

My 97 Ford f350 power stroke diesel quit on the way to work . The fuel filter was changed Then on the way home it quit again. After sitting for a little bit it started again. It will run good for about 15 minutes then shuts off. What could be wrong with it?

Kia sportage lost electrical power and died. No start [ 1 Answers ]

I was just riding down the interstate and my headlights started to dim. The instrument panel was also dimming as if the battery was dying. The seatbelt light started blinking and the tach started jumping erratically. Whithin 5 miles the engine shut off. When I stopped to inspect the vehicle,...

Ford engine,electrical, or battery [ 1 Answers ]

The vehicle is a 1997 Ford F250 apx 150K miles. The engine seems to be running fine. The problem is when I am at a stop after About 30 seconds the engine starts to "chug" like there is air coming from the exhaust. The truck has died a few times but always starts right back up with no...

Ford 7.3 Turbo Diesel engine "surging power" condition seen when towing heavy loads [ 1 Answers ]

I have been seeing for the last two camping seasons that when I am towing my 10K camper up long steep hills for an extended period I will begin to hear a "surging" power sound coming from the engine like some sort of engine protection device has kicked in or something. When this happens the guages...

View more questions Search