Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Fire

[EAT BEEF]

Yesterday I turned on the ignition which resulted in a puff of smoke from under the hood. I lifted the hood and SURPRISE, there was a small fire burning on the driver's side of the engine block underneath the fuel filter canister. After investigating the situation, I discovered a burnt wire. I suspect that this wire is from the fuel heater. My assumption is that after so many fuel filter changes, the fuel spillage onto these wires has eventually eaten through the insulation and when I turned the ignition on, the "hot" wire started the fire. Does this sound right? I'd like to hear some opinions on this. Thanks for any input.

Andy

 

[redram]

Sounds more like the shutdown solenoid wiring.

Which means worn starter contacts.



Just a thought

 

[DHRA]

Same thing happened to me yesterday morning. I can't find anything wrong, so I have been driving it around.

 

[illflem]

Quite a few folks have reported the fuel heater wiring melting/frying. The element and wiring is available from Cummins separately for a not too bad price.

 

[EAT BEEF]

Thanks for your input guys. I'll take a closer look to be sure, but sounds simple.