Why is my ProStar MaxxForce 13 hard to start?

Why is my ProStar MaxxForce 13 hard to start?

The shutting down on the highway and gauges sweeping is an engine electrical power problem where it is losing either ignition or battery power. If it isn’t cranking, that has nothing do with the wait to start light, and is probably just a bad starter. Click to expand… If missed info, my bad. It cranks and turns over. Will not start.

What kind of engine does a 2012 ProStar have?

Been working for a craft beer company for a couple of months. One of our trucks is a 2012 prostar with a maxxforce 13 engine. (Yeah, Ive heard all about this engine being a mechanical #########) Last week it “sometimes” started having a hard time starting. Sometimes it would start normally within a second or two of turning over.

Is there a charge for ProStar fuel pump service?

There is no charge for this service, but standard message and data rates may apply. 2011 and 2012 had multiple recalls on the high pressure fuel pumps, Could be a fuel pump just going poof. And yes the motor is total junk, the company one I had was rebuilt 3 times in 420k we had the truck.

Is the MaxxForce 13 hard to start in the Cold?

These are hard to start in the cold. Are you waiting for the cold start light to flash indicating it is time to crank? We find if it is really cold to turn on the key, let the cold start assist cycle, once the light starts to flash, turn the key off, then turn back on and let it cycle a second time for easier and faster starts.

What kind of engine does a ProStar have?

Discussion in ‘ International Forum ‘ started by WalterSobchak, Feb 1, 2015 . Been working for a craft beer company for a couple of months. One of our trucks is a 2012 prostar with a maxxforce 13 engine.

What is the FMI code for MaxxForce 13?

SPN 731, FMI 18 knock detected, unexpected fueling without demand. i clear trouble code and it is come off, truck work normal.

When did Navistar stop making their own engines?

This was problematic with engines produced in 2010 through 2012. However, by 2013 Navistar had identified the problem and taken steps to address it, Shick explained.

Why does my MaxxForce 7 have power loss?

So they removed DPF, tested, cleaned, re-tested. Still having power loss issues, and the truck continues to derate approximately 110 KM/H. So I took it back in. Now I’m told EGR Cooler is coked up. So EGR Cooler, turbo outlet gasket replaced (due to leak found after). Truck derating continues. Take it back in, and CAC Pipe replaced.

When did the International Maxxforce Engine come out?

International MaxxForce engines built in 2013 and after will already come with the fix. An International dealer can determine whether pre-2013 engines have been updated with the improved parts.

How many miles does a 2013 ProStar have?

2013 International Prostar, 51321, One Owner Lease Return.. All Maintenance History Available on Request. Call Perry for Details Box… 2013 International ProStar+, , Sleeper Cab, VIN: 3HSDJSJRXDN304805 Mileage: 417433 Engine (HP) International MaxxForce 13 13.0L (450) Starts/Runs: Yes…

What kind of truck is the 2013 International ProStar?

2013 International Prostar Midroof sleeper truck, Maxforce 13 engine, 10 speed eaton, meritor rears on air ride, 22.5 tires alum rims, P/S, A/C, refri… 2013 International ProStar, 51322, One Owner, Fleet Maintained, All Records Available on Request.

Who is the owner of the 2013 ProStar?

2013 International ProStar, 42310, One Owner, Fleet Maintained, All Records Available on Request. Call Perry for Details Box… 2013 International Prostar, 51321, One Owner Lease Return.. All Maintenance History Available on Request. Call Perry for Details Box…

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