Trouble starting diesil

Tiny
SAINTCIN
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  • FORD F-350
I have a 1999 ford 350 deisil dually with 177,000 miles on it. What makes it not start even on a 60 or 70 degree day unless its plugged in. It turns over good enough to start it but, the battery is getting weak if it dont start right away or after a few seconds.
Saturday, March 18th, 2006 AT 11:14 AM

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Tiny
LOVESCARS
  • MECHANIC
  • 359 POSTS
Glow plugs

You should make sure your batteries are strong enough to crank this engine. Fords are known for needing new or good batteries to not create start problems.I recommend Interstate batteries w/the highest rated CCA for the vehicle.
It would be wise to check with your local parts store or repair manual prior to replacing the relay. The relay needs to allow enough current through to heat the glow plugs to allow starting.
You can check the power being delivered to the glow plug to be sure it's sufficient.
I've attached a website you may find helpful as both items mentioned could be the culprit of your start problem.
The link below addresses start problems with Fords in specific. Copy and paste to your browser and please let us know how you make out.
You will see this is not just an easy try this repair and can be costly guessing where to look first. You been given the initial advice of where diesel problem start but they run far beyond the recommendations made.
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006 AT 6:49 PM
Tiny
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Glow plug relay
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Thursday, September 6th, 2007 AT 12:54 AM

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