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    M6800 starts and shuts off repeatedly

    Also while out I tested the solenoid again and it doesn't always function properly. On start it pulls in Everytime, but when key is released to run sometimes it stays in until the timer goes off and sometimes it pops out as soon as they key goes to run. Also looks like the wires have been...
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    M6800 starts and shuts off repeatedly

    With it removed it cranks first try and stays running.
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    M6800 starts and shuts off repeatedly

    Correction small wire is red with yellow
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    M6800 starts and shuts off repeatedly

    Just unplugged solenoid wires and tested with meter. Battery voltage 12.5v. both wires are red with white stripe one is larger than other. Both test exactly the same around 9.8v when cranking over the engine, then jump up to 12v when key is returned to run, they stay at 12v till the timer in...
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    M6800 starts and shuts off repeatedly

    when the solenoid is removed it seems to work properly, but i am wondering if somehow it works when removed but not installed (don't know if that is even possible). been reading about a time relay in the dash possible being the problem but not sure how i would diagnose that part.
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    M6800 starts and shuts off repeatedly

    it does have a small mechanical lift pump i have not changed it and to my knowledge the previous owner didn't either. tractor has 740 hours so i guess it could be toast
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    M6800 starts and shuts off repeatedly

    I have searched the forum and have found several posts about similar issues, but none that are exactly the same as mine. M6800 4x4 with cab and loader. When starting the tractor the tractor will start when the key is in the start position and die when the key is returned to run. It will do this...