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CM870 and ISX Engines – FAULT CODE 418

Water-in-Fuel Indicator High – Maintenance


Overview

CODE REASON EFFECT
Fault Code: 418
PID: P097
SPN: 97
FMI: 0/15
LAMP: Amber (Maintenance Flashout)
SRT: 

Water-in-Fuel Indicator High – Maintenance. Water has been detected in the fuel filter.

Possible white smoke, loss of power, or hard starting.
Water-in-Fuel Sensor
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Circuit Description

The water-in-fuel sensor is attached to the suction-side fuel filter supplied by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The water-in-fuel sensor sends a signal to the electronic control module when a set volume of water has accumulated in the fuel filter. The water-in-fuel sensor circuit contains two wires: a return and a signal wire.

Component Location

The water-in-fuel sensor will be located on the suction-side fuel filter that is mounted by the OEM. Locations will vary depending on chassis.

Refer to Troubleshooting Fault Code t05-418

Last Modified:  01-Sep-2010
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