Detroit Diesel MBE 900 Operator's Manual page 133

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem—The Engine Starts Only After Cranking for a Long Time
Cause
The fuel tank is low or empty.
There are leaks in the fuel lines.
The fuel filter is clogged.
The fuel line, the fuel prefilter, or the
screen in the fuel tank is blocked.
The camshaft position (CMP) sensor
and/or the crankshaft position (CKP)
sensor are out of adjustment.
The camshaft position (CMP) sensor
and/or the crankshaft position (CKP)
sensor are damaged.
There are other problems in the fuel
system.
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Remedy
Add fuel and bleed the fuel system, if
necessary.
Check the fuel lines for leaks and
repair them, if necessary.
Replace the filter element.
Clean and bleed the system. Have
the fuel lines and filters checked by an
authorized dealer.
Push both sensors into their holes as
far as they will go. If this does not
solve the problem, Bring the vehicle to
an authorized repair facility for service.
Bring the vehicle to an authorized
repair facility for service.
Bring the vehicle to an authorized
repair facility for service.
All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 04/08)