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Dune10
10-23-2007, 11:56 AM
My truck started this morning for about 10 seconds then shut off. It would turn over after that but would not fire. After 3 times of turnging it the batteries went dead. Is this just the batteries or maybe injectors. Thanks

JC1843
10-23-2007, 12:06 PM
The computer needs at least 10 volts while cranking to operate- sounds like you may have weak batteries. Have them charged and then tested-- also check for battery drain. Batteries usually only last 2 to 3 years anyway.:D

rpidelt
10-23-2007, 12:48 PM
It's also possible you have a fuel issue. Plugged filter or loss of prime are two things to look at.

stacks04
10-23-2007, 12:51 PM
sounds like your losing prime. like rpidelt said check filter and try priming it to see if it starts.

schulte
10-23-2007, 12:57 PM
Usually bad injectors WON'T start; not stop and die out. When they go bad, the high pressure fuel pump can't build up enough pressure on the rail to fire the engine up.

What year truck/how old your batteries?

Dune10
10-23-2007, 01:09 PM
Truck is a 04, batteries are original

westx4
10-23-2007, 03:12 PM
Fuel prime x2

westx4
10-23-2007, 03:13 PM
Where are you located/how cold was it this morning?