Starting Issues - F-Series & SuperDuty Diesel Forums

krazykorean · 01-27-2012, 03:20 PM

I have a 2003 F250 Super Duty

So 2 days ago the truck started fine but then yesterday and today the truck wont start. When the key is in and I turn it, everything turns on like normal, and when i turn to start then nothing happens at all. No sound no crank no nothing.

The batteries are fine, the alternator is fine. I thought it might be the ignition switch so I got a new one and its doing the same thing, so Im leaning towards the starter now. But the thing is before yesterday the starter was working fine and didnt make any weird noises..

also Ive tried to start it in neutral and pushed it to park more to see if it would start and nothing..

Anyone have any other suggestions?

BIG JOE · 01-27-2012, 05:09 PM

Have you scraped & cleaned the Battery posts & clamps already ?

With no audible sounds.. seems like yer not getting Battery power.. anywhere.

DaveBen · 01-27-2012, 07:38 PM

There is a relay going to the starter from the battery that can go bad. It is a lot cheaper than a starter to begin with. Start there before you go and bet a starter. What engine do you have?? Fill out your signature be going to the Quick Links button above.

Dave

Scot · 02-02-2012, 03:45 PM

Not sure what kind of space is down there. Try using jumper cables direct to the starter. If you can access the + post without grounding out? That would tell you if the actual motor is shot. But not the solenoid.

Good Luck.

DaveBen · 02-02-2012, 04:20 PM

You could also jumper across the solenoid with pliers to see the same thing.

Dave

Tbar · 02-02-2012, 09:24 PM

Check to make sure the starter bolts are tight. In the last six weeks two of my friends have had them back out causing the exact symptoms you are describing. The starter gets its grounding from the engine block.

Tbar

01-27-2012, 03:20 PM	#1
krazykorean KrazyKorean Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Starting Issues I have a 2003 F250 Super Duty So 2 days ago the truck started fine but then yesterday and today the truck wont start. When the key is in and I turn it, everything turns on like normal, and when i turn to start then nothing happens at all. No sound no crank no nothing. The batteries are fine, the alternator is fine. I thought it might be the ignition switch so I got a new one and its doing the same thing, so Im leaning towards the starter now. But the thing is before yesterday the starter was working fine and didnt make any weird noises.. also Ive tried to start it in neutral and pushed it to park more to see if it would start and nothing.. Anyone have any other suggestions?

01-27-2012, 05:09 PM	#2
BIG JOE SDD Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: CenCal Posts: 4,311 Thanks: 100 Thanked 378 Times in 367 Posts	Have you scraped & cleaned the Battery posts & clamps already ? With no audible sounds.. seems like yer not getting Battery power.. anywhere. __________________ 2K, F-350, 7.3L, DRW, XLT, XCAB, 3:73s, 6spd... LUK clutch, 175/146cc Single Shots w/DP tunes to match, DT466 CPS AIS w/Fender sleeve, Zoodad (kinda), Comp/whl, upgraded W/gate actuator, BPRV, EBPV wired as a X-brake, AIH delete, 6.0 Inter-cooler, upgraded I/C Tubes, Full 4" exhst, Aeroturbin, MagnaFlow, Heater core bypass, 203* thermo, Gold coolant w/filter, HPX mod, Raycor 3550 CCV (Mod'd), Premo by-pass oil refiner, "A" pillar 4 gauge pod, FPR shimmed @ 70 psi, 160 amp Alt, Fuel pump inlet QD fitting delete w/Dahl pre pump filter, all Tank & fill hose mods. Frozen Rotor Brake assemblies X4. Viair 20008 OBA, Mag-Hytec Dif cover, Centramatic's, Bilsteins, Ride-Rites, 960cca AGM Batts, all lights LED's. TTMs/C-Beters, Cyclops anti-theft, Garmin 465T GPS, Door seal Mod,(((XM))), Pull a 32ft Montana 5r, LED'd. Greasable Dexter spring sets. Air Ride hitch pin box.

01-27-2012, 07:38 PM	#3
DaveBen SDD Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ukiah, California Posts: 7,636 Thanks: 113 Thanked 468 Times in 452 Posts	There is a relay going to the starter from the battery that can go bad. It is a lot cheaper than a starter to begin with. Start there before you go and bet a starter. What engine do you have?? Fill out your signature be going to the Quick Links button above. Dave __________________ 2004 F-350 Regular cab with 6.0, Torqshift, 4X4, and just about all of the rest of the options. I added Guages, Satellite Radio, Air Horns, and a coolant filter. Bilstein shocks. Battery Desulphater that really works. Installed Jimmi Jammers. Pictures here: http://community.webshots.com/user/dbennett48 Completely Stock. I had a Detroit Diesel 8V92TA in a KW dump truck in 1980. That sucker would put out 425 hp but would never out pull a CAT.

02-02-2012, 03:45 PM	#4
Scot ;() Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Howell, MI Posts: 439 Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Not sure what kind of space is down there. Try using jumper cables direct to the starter. If you can access the + post without grounding out? That would tell you if the actual motor is shot. But not the solenoid. Good Luck. __________________ www.cj-servicesinc.com/350.htm 06 F-350 4X4 XLT CREWCAB 6.0 (185K miles)w/ FS-2500, , high idle, switched mirror heat, inverter, LineX, EasyRider hitch, Accufab Elbow Line-X exterior with color match bottom 16" of truck, Tinting 35 front 15 rear, Coolant filter, FS-2500 bypass filter info/installation notes Alternator from these guys (Got the 160A Heavy Duty) New batteries from Odyssey As of 12/15/2011 & 180K miles - my $1800 - 7yr/200K Warranty has saved me $1850. 2000 Silverado 1500 Wife's ride. 230K and started falling apart when she stopped driving daily. Battery, alternator, fuel pump, heater core, thermostat, rear main.

02-02-2012, 04:20 PM	#5
DaveBen SDD Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ukiah, California Posts: 7,636 Thanks: 113 Thanked 468 Times in 452 Posts	You could also jumper across the solenoid with pliers to see the same thing. Dave __________________ 2004 F-350 Regular cab with 6.0, Torqshift, 4X4, and just about all of the rest of the options. I added Guages, Satellite Radio, Air Horns, and a coolant filter. Bilstein shocks. Battery Desulphater that really works. Installed Jimmi Jammers. Pictures here: http://community.webshots.com/user/dbennett48 Completely Stock. I had a Detroit Diesel 8V92TA in a KW dump truck in 1980. That sucker would put out 425 hp but would never out pull a CAT.

02-02-2012, 09:24 PM	#6
Tbar SDD STAFF/Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 2,541 Thanks: 6 Thanked 34 Times in 34 Posts View Photos By: Tbar	Check to make sure the starter bolts are tight. In the last six weeks two of my friends have had them back out causing the exact symptoms you are describing. The starter gets its grounding from the engine block. Tbar __________________ 99.5 F250, White, CC, PS, Auto, 4X4, 3.73, NVK3, 4"exhaust, Twildman 4-position chip, 3-piller mt w/Ispro gauges, VDO oil pressure gauge, Amsoil Lubs, Coolant Filter, Racor445, Zoodad, TC Lock Up, Bilstien Shocks, Cab Lights Hooked to Turn Signals, Side Marker Lights Hooked to Turn Signals, Hutch Fuel Line Repair #1 & #2, Harponed Fuel Tank, Tymar HPX, Garmin GPS-V, Glasstite Topper, Rugged Gear Gun Mt, Procomp Steering Stabilizer, Fumoto Drain Valve, JNB Fuel Mod, AFE Air Filter, Kenwood TM-D700 dual band radio, 7902 LB Curb wt, NORTHTEXASPOWERSTROKES.com

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