7.3 Powerstroke Hard to Start issues

[@slicknick8713]

Dude wow I been following you for like 6 months on mining and having a hard time troubleshooting my 2002 7.3 excursion and came across your video about your 7.3 truck. Helpful yes sir. Keep living the dream good sir.

[@jimhale8164]

Brandon, Thanks for adding this to your channel. I was having the same issues with my 2002 F-350, when I watched your video I decided to replace the IDM before anything else, after installing the new part my truck fired up on the first try. Thanks again, you saved me a lot of time and money! Jim

[@jairedheinrichs2295]

I have the exact same problem grayish white smoke and will not start up in the cold

[@FredFlintstone21]

Jim Hale, Where did you buy your idm for your 7.3?

[@gabriellesaldonid3727]

Q

[@stevepate952]

Totally helped me. Thanks man. Been a two year journey on figuring this out. Cheers

[@itsthechadd]

Just got a 99 450 this morning. I haven’t tried this yet,but I watched your video this morning before I looked at a “hard start” truck and it definitely helped me decide to get it! I hope this fixes it 🤞

[@itsthechadd]

It did fix it btw

[@rivett40]

First I’ve heard of this but you’ve described my truck in the morning

[@ghostking0019]

Same here

[@SicilianSVT]

My 7.3 has the symptoms you mentioned in the video. I replaced my icp sensor, glow plugs, relay and block heater. And its still sluggish to start and wont start at all in cold weather. I appreciate the video and now i know it has to be that module.

[@proudmarine1154]

Same exact issue on my 2003 F350 7.3, glad I seen your video before I started replacing glow plugs, thanks!

[@henrycalas8934]

Thank you for this info I am having the same problem on my 7.3 with 494,000 miles and I have not found why. I am going to order the IDM ASAP, thanks again.

[@davidbirchfield856]

I was at the same point as you was. You saved me my sanity bro & a lot of money. Thank you so much for your help

[@haroldmartin3578]

I would like to say this video had I have seen it would have save me a lot of money I replaced relays glow plugs all about my truck would not start it is a 2001 F2 57.3 after watching this video I did replace my DM and that fix the problem but I also did replace all injectors which came to $2800 with all change I am thankful for this video just wished I had seen it earlier thank you

[@johnfuller2291]

Thanks for doing the video... been pulling my hair out trying to fix mine. Changed the drive computer and it runs like new... thank you

[@ianf3144]

My guy, thank you so much for making this video! Saved me lots of time and money. I had the same issue and did a quick IDM swap. Problem solved.

[@metalrooves3651]

i fought my 2001 power Stroke for 6 months...it was tired so i put it on c list...next day my neighbor put valve cover gaskets in it!! ALL the electronic glowplug connections and timing wires!!! 99 BUX plus 200 for him....i almost took it off c list!!! it ran like never before...IM AMAZED its not mentioned here

[@gerald542]

My man I thank you because I change every part since viewing your video.

[@CESARMCLAREN]

Mine is a 2002 with only 113k and I'm having the same issues, thanks for this video it helps a lot.

[@JVs_Adventure]

Thanks for the video! Struggling with the same issues.

[@dnelms2280]

Having the exact same issue with my 99 thanks for the video very informative

[@chaddickerson1887]

Thank you so much, bro! I only wish you had a link to a new one in the description for a part number. But super grateful.

[@bobcatwelder00]

mine 1995 F-350 7.3 power stroke. would not start for the longest time with out having plugged in the core heater . bought new injector module hooked it up myself and now my truck starts two turns of the glow plugs cranks right up even on cold days i am happy

[@sleavitt1988]

Holy cow man, my 2000 is almost exactly the same boat. 230k miles no start/hard start unless it's warm or with some starter fluid. This is gonna be my hopefully last diagnostic for this issue, already did glow plugs alternator and both batteries. Luckily the starter is fine! Thank you!

[@MeeN905]

Did it work?

[@mustangtickets1240]

Great video and info. Most times you post a problem the answer is always injectors or cps. I didn't even know about that part you talked about. Thanks

[@robpurviance6391]

Putting my faith in ya! I just ordered one. I'll let you know how it goes.

[@scottlarsen7366]

How much did you have to give for the one you bought?? I found refurbished, but for in the $300's.

[@tachedout5325]

having these exact symptoms, excited to give this a try, regardless great place to start on a frustrating issue. thanks!

[@forgottenloft5344]

Awesome! Thank you for the info. I have a 1997 7.3 and I'm definitely replacing mine.

[@trucks1910]

Would your truck start sometimes and not others? I am troubleshooting my 97 f250 that is giving me a battery light on the dash but has no codes, has a new alternator and new batteries but still shows the light

[@ManicPandaMedia]

I am doing the same thing..I have the 99 7.3 changed everything..just spent 400 on batteries and I still had the click.. but It's been hard cranking slow to crank.. and yes I have 350,000 on her..changed everything.. new AC completely, new IPR, ICP, fuel bowl heater, oil change, new glow plug solenoids, new vacuum lines, you name it.. it's new..hell the starters Only a year old...so I ordered a new one but think it's just the solenoid on the passenger side front fender well.. test that tomorrow before I remove the old starter and install the new one..on mine the computer under the console would fill up with water and short (a fail from the factory) that problem was resolved but I haven't replaced the unit you're referring to now..and I am going to..so thank you for the heads up.. I have owned my since it was new also and she's been damn good to me so I am trying desperately to keep her. And yes 21 years she's has more that served me well if I break down the cost if I had to pay payments..

[@stans9487]

Btw, i just subscribed. Ive had mine since '04. Ive gone thru everything at least once. A crapload by myself and Im a stone mason. Def not a mechanic. I may be able to help u with a few things Ive seen/done. Skyjacker said my steering stabilizer was installed better than their instructions. Now for the body work. I put a 4" skyjacker full suspension. We restored frame back in '15. Needs a lil tlc again. I have some pretty good info tho, too. Good luck buddy.

[@ronaldmartin6869]

Thank you for this video it was dead on with the problem with my 01 much appreciated

[@chasecooper4642]

Man after so long I fought my truck you help

[@hectormeza9533]

Thanks for sharing information we need more people help others thanks again

[@philipfung8417]

Hi Brandon, Just watched your video on hard to start on 2001 F250

[@oscfaz74]

Man lm having the same problem, won't start ,only with starting fluid, change all sensor's,clean tank glow plugs, nothing tomorrow lm going t to change the idm ,good video bro!!!!!

[@andyd1006]

2002 F350 super duty. 143,000 miles hard start when hot. Throttle response great. Cold start no problem new glow plug relay.

[@williamswenson1367]

COLD START ISSUES-REPLACED ALL OF THE ABOVE-EITHER START- I D M PROBLEM-DID NOT NEED THE OTHER PARTS!! GREAT VIDEO-2 WEEKS OF NIGHT MARE-THANKS, BILL! 430,000 MILES! 1997 20 YEARS OLD!! 1!!

[@mercedeslamphere2051]

Did this fix your problem? My 97 is hating life in the morning. Shot of ether and she fires right up 🤦 going to order this today I suppose

[@farmalllover8217]

Nice video. Man I wish I would’ve seen this video a year ago. I was looking at a 7.3 that was dirt cheap because of hard starting. he only wanted 2200 for it.

[@nickolastrainer8900]

Amazing I have a 01 7.3 crew cab with this exact problem thank you

[@bareend1494]

I have the exact same truck! A 2001 Crew Cab Super Duty 7.3L Diesel F-250. It has about 250K miles now. It has been getting more & more difficult to start over the past 2 years. I've actually been shopping for a new truck! I think you may just have saved me a lot of time, hassle and money! I'm going to give this a try and I'll let you know! BTW... I'm not too far north of you... I'm in Virginia. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@EstablishedLowriders]

You are the man for making this video! Also in North Carolina, Burlington ✌️

[@davidmccorquodale7545]

And yes perfect video , on I've been struggling with this issue, Thank you very much.

[@thebasicquestion2853]

Changed my glowplug relay and never have had a hard cold start. Sense doing the replacement. Only cycling once per. start.

[@dvewoody]

I’ve had the same problem for a couple years to go to a shop they replaced number eight injector he replaced the valve cover gasket harness assembly $1200 didn’t fix the thing except I did get an oil leak after he replace the valve cover gaskets thanks for your help

[@Folamii55]

Thanks a lot I’m having this issue so I’m taking heed

[@stockbulll]

I appreciate this. This is the first time I have heard of this as being a possible issue. I'm about to replace my glow plugs. I'm hoping thats it, but if not I will replace this.

[@ICExxD]

Did it work?

[@stockbulll]

@@ICExxD it was the glow plugs. 7 out of 8 had no resistance. Problem solved! ;)

[@corey2212]

Yes video definitely helps I know I’m late to the party but it’s still relevant I have a diesel truck that only starts with starting fluid will stay running at idle but sometimes shuts off on the freeway I let it cool down for a little bit and it will start again with starting fluid hopefully I change that part you’re talking about and get going because it seems like the injectors aren’t working correctly and they’ve been replaced

[@julianescorcia3138]

Thank you, as soon as soon I’ll replace the injector module

[@Nostradamus_Order33]

There are so many things on a diesel that need to work correctly in order to start. When you have a new truck, then it is likely to be caused by one item. The older the vehicle is, the more likely that there are many things, that contribute to a poor start. Example: Old PCM and ICM relays, low battery voltage, corroded battery terminals, poor starter solenoid, starter cable connector/terminal, starter condition/age, glow plugs/relay. Cold weather: air intake heater coil/relay, exhaust back pressure valve, fuel bowel heater, block heater(if equipped) Also, motor oil level, fuel, an original IPR or a bad CPS can cause a no start. You don’t need a functioning ICP sensor or a fuel pump (if primed) to start.

[@nelsonstree436]

Thank you for the good info. No bullshit trying to make a video longer with the cliffhangers some other channels pull.

[@KiyaWarrior]

You're looking at it the wrong way. You replaced all of those common fail points and since you did it now you wont have to later.

[@troyziesmer4358]

Thank you so much for that information it absolutely helped my truck

[@robertcheung3063]

Brandon! I could kiss you,I’ve been pulling my hair out trying to figure out what’s going on with my truck 2003 F350 7.3 w/184k miles. My truck does the same thing and I changed out glow plugs the regulator. I’m buying a box right now. Thank You

[@ICExxD]

You fix it?

[@marklevenson]

I am having the exact symptoms that you described 1999 powerstroke 175K hard to start sluggish acceleraction fuel code error grey smoke on a cold start

[@justmemrb]

Thanks. Hopefully this will solve my problem.

[@andrewforsythe4622]

Thank you bud I appreciate this a lot this did help me a lot.

[@yowtrucking3914]

I have 2000 f250 same problem just about replaced everything, but truck so hard to start. but when she starts runs perfect. I'm going to get the Idm now.

[@IvanLopez-om3fo]

You described exactly like my 3500 2001 truck does tnks for the info!!

[@JudeCoker-ns2yy]

Thanks so much I thought I had bad injectors to we will give the IDM a try before we spend 2000$ on injectors

[@billyhenry3029]

Hey buddy just found you on KZbin I'm having the same problem plus on my 1996 f250 power stroke interesting will keep in touch thanks

[@beaunhead]

Mine does that in the spring and fall when the mornings are cool but have no problem if I use the block heater. Easy start and no smoke... 2000 f250 7.3L 280,000 miles. Do you think it still might need the IDM?

[@robertkwiatkoski1292]

would/ does having a tune on the truck become a factor in replacing this.Thank you

[@chevyman6975]

I'm here in Florida my F350 is doing the same thing I'm going to go order me one right now tired of dealing with it if it don't need it oh well it got it thanks for the video very helpful any other issues with that fine truck keep sending them out people need to know thanks

[@dannyvInVABeach]

Great vid. Very similar issues here. Still waiting on valve cover harnesses & glow plug controller. How can I troubleshoot IDM b4 replacing it?

[@davidmccorquodale7545]

I did what he said on the injection drive Module, He is correct, My truck started, asap, If the dealer says put new injectors , they are incorrect and you are just wasting money.

[@usethenoodle]

This is good to know. Those are great trucks! I love mine.

[@piperdoug428]

I have an obs f250 7.3 and i had a shop (hack)try clear up a rough run and he threw my money at it and didn't fix it but after watching KZbin a bunch it said check the FICM which is the early IDM and when i took it out it was 3/4 full of water. expensive part without some fool trying to sell you a set of injectors.

[@98ek9]

happy you got it fixed. lot of youtube comment mechanics that are no better than throwing parts at it. as youve shown. pumped for more teg vids!

[@rolixquil6346]

Thank you for the information I live in Nebraska and I have the same problem but I'm going to look forward to replace that part

[@jeffreyhesson633]

I think you were getting icp,ipr, recommendations, it’s because you start small, idm removal, and refurb isn’t huge, but if easier the icp and ipr sensors. Now, just like your pos/neg cables, if you never changed the icp or ipr, now you know you’ve done it..hope you did the best you could to waterproof the idm area..

[@arnoldro1727]

@MotorNubs I have a 1999 Ford F-350 7.3 and just last week i was about to leave work and my truck wouldn’t start so I jump started and it did start I drove home and I pull at in my drive way and turn the truck off and did not want to start again it only start w starting fluid do you think that is the same problem you had ?

[@tonykeisling2830]

You just answered my problem. Thanks

[@smartellpr]

Great video, thanks happy x-mas

[@cassidywatson957]

Thanks buddy I’ll be trying this

[@stans9487]

I have a 96 f350. Mine has just started acting up...same symptoms. I was thinking the glow plugs, but it's June...so... Thank u. Its real good info. Wonder if u still own the truck. I have approx 350k. 😅

[@andrewgrossman6066]

I love my 7.3 but I hate that there's like 50 little things that all cause the same symptom on them. It can nickel and dime you to death, but when they're running good, you absolutely can't beat them.

[@robertkwiatkoski1292]

experiencing that with a 2000 7.3. MY OLD (rust bucket, i live at the beach) 1993 7.3 idi just goes and goes. Biggest 2 problems are rust and local mechanics that aren't real diesel mechanics.

[@chadmoorman938]

Great video, I have same problem. Thanks buddy.

[@RedFlyerMedia]

Thanks so much! I am at that point of trying to figure out what is going on. Mine won't start at all right now. Your description of your issues sounds almost exactly like mine. I pulled my fuel tank and cleaned those screens and replace the fuel filter (it needed it) crank sensor, blah, blah, blah.... you know the routine and list of things to try.

[@jamesmclellan8768]

Did you ever find out the problem

[@juanrobertoramirez9675]

2002 7.3 power stroke very hard to start even when I put starting fluid.. when it starts up it begins to die.. even when I cycle it a few times...I will appreciate some good feedback..oh when it was running it would run about 5 miles and it would die..it did that quite a bit and now just won't start.

[@Fever.Dreams]

My 7.3 has been giving me HELLLL, I mean I can't tell you how much tine I've spent in the shop, and now it's been sittin for the last damn near 6 months, and well I have treated her like a Ford ranger for a while so this should be fun to try an start up and rely on to get me from one state to the next..😅

[@melplishka5978]

Having a proper scanner will help greatly on determining if the injector driver is faulty. Look up the pids too see if it is giving enough juice for the injectors. It really saves a lot of time and head ache . The shitty obd tools are useless and a waste of money. So if you know a mechanic with a proper scanner do not cry around about the price he or she charges for the diag as these tools are expensive and need constant updates. Paying someone around 200 bucks for a prop scan will save you tons of time and grief.

[@jfitzerelli]

Very good info. Fantastic. I will try it

[@estondorson9781]

Was very helpful my trucks done the same thing

[@robertkwiatkoski1292]

2000 151k miles. DRAGGING to the point it seems like batteries are dying. load tester says batteries are good. Same when i put a charger on it. Today it felt as if the batteries were almost dead Put the jump on it and it still dragged. Then it started. ?? thank you for any info. Same problem as yours?? thank you again

[@boomingbubble9251]

I got an 02 7.3 sitting at 310 k miles never needed to plug in now I always have to when temps hit freezing mark

[@zakmorgan7081]

I replaced everything you did plus some and still couldn’t get it to start or stay running I think this just saved my truck hopefully 🤞🏼if not maybe you can help me over the phone if it doesn’t work?

[@johnsandoval2302]

My 00 f350 7.3 only starts when it’s plugged in an hot. I changed my glow plugs, gasket an relay still having trouble starting in 45 degree weather

[@hmodernel]

Thank you for making this video! It's helpful!

[@coryrundell7391]

thanks , we have a 99 with 180,000miles was sitting and hard starting , warmed it up after it took a long time to start cold , lots of smoke at first , then drove it ten miles and shut it off and was really hard to start again ? not 100 percent on the miles , liked the video cory

[@sirloin6662]

Where did you get an dim for 99 bucks

[@10secburn._tg]

You're telling my story.

[@kelvinosborne9232]

Thank you for the INFO Bro.

[@DirtyMissouri]

I have been dealing with exactly same situation on my truck. I have changed icp ipr,ops, and now thanks to you i am getting ready to order idm. They are now 175 so they must of went up but honestly as much as they charge to work on these trucks its worth a try

[@hondaxl250k0]

Did it work?

[@joegarren6529]

Tell me where are these spark plugs are that light up the fuel in this COMPRESSION engine? And why so much parts changing without troubleshooting, reading live data? Just change idm first to see? More parts throwing at it

[@rman6099]

I added a new idm to my 02 f350 she started great for 4 days now back to the same crap..... think it's a faulty one ?

[@mikenicholson2548]

Thanks my sons truck is doing the same thing.

[@billmalec]

Just changed my starter after years of slow, sluggish starting. Sounds dumb to go so long and not think of replacing it but... It now turns over so fast it's almost scary.

[@turbo26tsi]

Same here

[@the7.3powerstrokeguy98]

How did you know that the starter was bad? What starter did you buy?

[@benjaminitoka2436]

I have a hard time starting a Ford F-250 super duty. It starts only by help of starting adds, and while running it backfire like gasoline vehicle and losses power.

[@reginaldblissett1632]

Thanks having same issue with mines

[@douglashopkinsjr6533]

Where abouts in NC east coast do you live? My 96 f250 7.3 powerstrokd just stopped running & won't crank last night. I live in hubert

[@MrJayprojects]

My 7.3 was the male connect for the ipr a $17 dollar part after spending $300 on fuel pump, new ipr and valve cover gaskets. It was causing same symptoms but it will run fine when cold. My advice is do the wiggle test on sensors to begin with, that would of save me a ton of money and about a week of time.

[@Burseyfamilyracing3024]

HEY Great video I have a 2001 f350 like you and it died a year ago so ive been driving my 02 mustang GT.Im disabled so money is tight.Ive put the new valve cover gaskets and new wires to it,new icp and new wires and ipr and new wires ,cam shaft sensor,new fuel filter ,rebuilt my HPOP cause the o-rings were leaking oil, Then watched your video and bought the rebuilt idm and got it running.But it had no power at all and the check engine light would come on as i started driving it. Still hard to start problems. Then i put a new fuel pump in thinking it was that but (no) still no power.I went to store in my town and it quit running on the way back and now its DEAD again.I think maybe I have a leak in o-rings in 1 or 2 of the injectors maybe thats why hard start.so i bought a kit and new glow plugs while im in there for 3rd time.My question now is to you.Do you think the ecu has anything to do with no power? When it died the check engine light stays on all the time now and will only start with a lil startin fluid. somehow it wont let the fuel threw it.I love the truck and not giving up on it..Thanks keep your videos rolling sorry for long reply but hopefully this will help someone else. LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK OR ANYBODY ELSE PLEASE. THANKS Jeff.....

[@miguelmartes8175]

Thks for the info,, any link on where you got yours or any recommendation..thks

[@guillermoleon6997]

2000..f250 diesel 7.3.....batteries new alternator good....if my truck sits for a week...it will crank but won't start...so much crank that then it will die....what u think

[@drrelaxx1]

same symptoms. Ill give it a try!