JD 2305 wont start

[BrockInCG]

CM, I've never, ever had to do anything other than turn the key on, let it sit for several seconds then crank it and it would run. Cold, hot, rain, dry. That's always worked to start it.

I wouldn't be stunned if there's damage to the injectors or pump based on what the fuel looked like.

Here's where that engine idiot in me comes up...how do I check the glow plugs? IDK even know where they are. I'll do some research and see what happens. Thanks again.

Brock...

 

[Coyote machine]

Is there a glow plug lite that comes on when you turn the key to the first click past the off position? Based on how you usually start it I doubt the glow plugs, if it has them, is the issue. Also, the condition of the fuel in your tank speaks to possible bigger issues. Is there a return line to the fuel tank for excess fuel that isn't going to the injectors? If so, I think you need to verify if fuel is flowing back to the tank when the engine is cranked before going off toward glow plugs, or anything else.
Have someone assist you. Only crank the engine for 15 seconds at a time to not cook the starter, battery, or wires.
Check that the return fuel line is delivering clean new fuel from when you emptied the tank.
Next stop is likely pulling the injectors and having them 'pop' tested for spray pattern and opening pressure.

 

[BrockInCG]

I know the return lines flow fuel back to the tank while pushing the primer lever on the fuel pump. I'll check it while cranking tomorrow. Thanks again.

Brock...

 

[grsthegreat]

is there a fuel shutoff (stop) solenoid on that unit. this is usually right next to and attached to the fuel injector pump. if this isnt operating, the tractor wont fire. it will just turn over.

on my tractor i hear the stop solenoid click rather loudly when the key is turned on

 

[BrockInCG]

There is a fuel shutoff solenoid and I tested it. It seems to function. It pulls on cranking and holds until the key is turned to off. I bench tested it and it functions the same as when on the tractor. Tried to start the tractor while solenoid was removed and nothing new happened.

Brock...

 

[Jerry/MT]

Yes, No & I bled/cracked the injectors like your post above. Just about to set fire to this thing.

Brock...

And you got fuel to the injector's fittings and then tightened the fittings? Are you seeing anything coming out of the exhaust while you are cranking?

Are you keeping the battery charged while you are doing all of this? The starter needs to be cranking the engine pretty strongly.

 

[BrockInCG]

And you got fuel to the injectors and then tightened the fittings? (Diesel is pretty hard to set on fire. How did that happen?)

Yes.

Brock...

 

[Gator6x4]

Read the posts here: http://www.****************.com/forums/sub-compact-utility-tractors-scut/6937-2305-wont-start-3.html. Read all the posts and the steps the poster used to finally diagnose his problem. His solution is on page three of the three page post. Good luck on fixing your tractor.

You will have to create an account and sign in on the site before you can view the photos and diagrams.

Here is what another poster had to say about a motor spins over but no-start problem with a 2305.

"Well after a lot of testing with service manager , come to find out the 3A diode is bad.
Of course none at dealers , $7-8 part tractor has 4 of them just for the heck of it ,ordered 4 even though I only need 1.

I hope when I'm done using tractor in 20 yrs or so I still have the 3 I didn't use ..
Without asking for overnight which is Fri morning it will cost $5.00 more
Well worth the money, since other wise it would be Tues or Wed of next week."

 

[BrockInCG]

I appreciate the effort, however I've seen that thread and used it before posting here. I've found and tested all diodes. They work. Unless there's a super secret diode not listed in the schematics...It's not the issue.

Anyone care for a toasted marshmallow?

Thank you again.

Brock...

 

[Coyote machine]

Status on fuel return line while cranking?
I'm confident your issues are directly related to fuel delivery, or lack thereof.
Lets keep the focus there until all avenues are exhausted, injectors and IP still need to be eliminated as possible causes.