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2021 T680 idle shutdown

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by AdmiralRodCawker, Nov 11, 2020.

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  1. Nov 11, 2020 #1
    AdmiralRodCawker

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    Is there a way to defeat the idle shutdown in the new T680s? I think anything between 40-70 degrees I can't get it to idle more than 30 minutes. Hand warmers over the OAT sensor beneath the driver's mirror does nothing. Any help is much appreciated.
     
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  3. Nov 11, 2020 #2
    flood

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    EZ...

    If it's your truck have the setting changed

    If it's a company truck change companies.... at some point they will see your idle time is to hight....
     
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  4. Nov 11, 2020 #3
    Blue Zombie Trucker

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    Does it have the Kenworth Idle Management System (KIMS)?

    If so, no need to idle.
     
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  5. Nov 11, 2020 #4
    iraqralph43

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    On mine....release truck break / leave trailer break on...or turn cruise on / and bump up speed
     
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  7. Nov 11, 2020 #5
    uncleal13

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    Geez, you don’t need to idle between 40-70 degrees. Get a blanket.
    I don’t idle until temperature gets below -05. A good sleeping bag does wonders.
    Some of the modern trucks the settings can’t even be changed by the dealers. The OEM manufacturers have to send a software update to keep in compliance with EPA.
     
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  8. Nov 11, 2020 #6
    iraqralph43

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    So with your logic ...does this also mean...you use a sleeping bag at home...in the bedroom...so you don't use the heat or air conditioner
     
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  9. Nov 11, 2020 #7
    kylefitzy

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    Does he have to idle a large Diesel engine to run his HVAC system?
     
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  10. Nov 11, 2020 #8
    uncleal13

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    Webasto does wonders.
     
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  11. Nov 11, 2020 #9
    SteveScott

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    I see from your previous posts that you're a company driver. Your company had the truck programmed to do this so you can't idle for long periods. Doesn't the truck have the battery powered bunk heater and AC? If not, maybe this job isn't for you.
     
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  12. Nov 12, 2020 #10
    flood

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    EPA has no such rule. Some states do but not the EPA...
     
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