Engine Out Of Fuel - How To Restart - Detroit Diesel DD15 EuroIV Operator's Manual

NOTE: Viewing the fuel filter module from the top, the drain back port is
located at 10 o'clock.
5. Turn the water coalescer/final filter cap counterclockwise until the drain
back plug has located the drain back port. Apply light pressure to the top
of the water coalescer/final filter cap to seat the drain back plug into the drain
back port, hand tighten the filter cap by turning the cap clockwise.
6. Torque water coalescer/final filter cap to 55 to 60 N·m (41 to 44 lb·ft).
7. Once all required filters have been changed, prime the fuel system using the
ESOC 350, J-47912 or the engine-mounted hand primer.
WARNING: ENGINE EXHAUST
To avoid injury from inhaling engine exhaust, always operate the
engine in a well-ventilated area. Engine exhaust is toxic.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury before starting and running the engine, ensure the
vehicle is parked on a level surface, parking brake is set, and the
wheels are blocked.
8. Start the engine with the accelerator pedal in the idle position. Monitor the
oil pressure gauge or indicator lamp. Keep the engine running at an idling
speed until a stable oil pressure reading of 97 kPa (14 psi) or more is
maintained for one minute.
9. Check for leaks.
10. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature of 60°C (140°F).
NOTICE: Increasing engine speed above idle before oil pressure has
stabilized may cause severe engine damage.
11. Increase engine speed to 1800 rpm for three minutes.
12. Return the engine to idle and allow to idle for approximately one minute, and
then shut down the engine.
13. Check for leaks.
Engine Out of Fuel – How to Restart
When an engine has run out of fuel, there is a definite procedure to follow when
restarting it.
NOTICE: Never use the starting motor and fuel pump to prime the fuel
filters. Prolonged use of the starting motor and fuel pump to prime the fuel
system can result in damage to the starter, fuel pump, and injectors.
Use the following procedure to prime the fuel system:
All information subject to change without notice.
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