Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Fueling with engine running

[trqmnstr]

Is it alright to fuel up while the engine is running? I don't like to shut her down if I don't have to. Thanks Clay

 

[Devan Manis]

if you don't get into trouble for it i think it is ok i doughbt you will get a check engine light for it like you could with a gasser

 

[Huff N Puff]

I don't think diesals have evap. emmissions monitoring on the fuel tank,I refuel often with the engine running and have never seen the check engine lamp yet.

 

[R-N-R]

I've done it without any problems. I don't shut down if it's too hot or if I am warming the motor up.

 

[2-ND TIME]

fueling Q.

There is no need to shut off when fueling because the engine is compression ignition not spark ignition! Diesel has oil in it so vapors aren't nearly as volitile as gas vapour.

A properly maintained gasser shouldn't causes spark problems as well.

 

[RJPotts]

I agree with everyone, you're safe filling up while the truck is running.

-R. J.

 

[DirtyDodge]

I do it all the time. Some people look at you kind of weird though like your causing some sort of potential hazzard...

 

[Clmsnow]

Do it all the time. I hate runing it and turning it off for 5 mins then running it again. Yeah, do get some weird looks.

 

[SKneeland]

do it all the time , but im pretty sure its illegal here



got into a "heated" conversation with a local law enforcement person, after which i promptly turned off my vehicle for the remainder of the refueling session to avoid being escorted away...

 

[Heavyweight]

SHAT,,,, I run her loud and proud when I fuel UP! I make a big production about it... If I have a cigarette, I will light that up as well! Cigar,,, even better!!! Take "R" easy... .

 

[MRose]

Legally you can fill with a diesel while running. But I always shut off my 24V while filling. Think of all those air bubbles getting sucked through your VP44 while filling.

 

[Cummins Cowboy]

I do it all the time I like to sit in the truck with the air or heat running while I fill up, but technically its a no no, I also like to remind myself and those around that I do infact have a cummins under the hood LOL