Notice how he quickly flew past the operation of the heat. Even if it was hot outside he should've let the heat power itself on just to show us that it worked, which it didn't and doesn't. There are several of us at the job in 2025 KW T680's and all of these trucks have the same issues.
Thank you for showing the heat portion. I was freezing and wearing long John's and wrapping up with a blanket!!! Mine was set to auto and the heat would come on, BUT WOULD NOT STAY ON😢. So Thanks for the video.
First off I'm a 20 year veteran truck driver. I'm not a super trucker and I learn something new almost everyday. I've driven all types of big trucks and trailers. Currently, I'm in a 2025 KW T680 automatic and it's a piece of junk! The KIM heat does not work but the cool air is cool, not cold. I do know why the torque in this thing keeps readjusting automatically but it's a joke. The air suspension will drop even without a loaded trailer. Pumping fuel is a task because of where the driver side fuel cap is located in comparison to the passenger side. I constantly have to readjust my position at the fuel island. Even wiping the windows is a chore because of the plastic molding around the windshield! This thing is a nightmare! I'll take a 10-speed International over this thing any day.
Hello, I am from Colombia, I do not speak English and I do not understand it either, but I love your content and especially those beautiful trucks and tractors ... Greetings
@@AndyTheKenworthGuy Only drawback to this system is when motor starts to charge the batts,, it kicks in the motor fan to wakeup everyone in the neighborhood with the noise at 0300AM !!! HAHA Have a good day/night/whatever !!!! Can't beat a good ""APU"" system !!!
Question here; I have the same exact Kw idle mngt system. When I switch to Heat; it comes with a msg ; Check filter- please guide me through which filter I need to lookup; does it mean to replace?
Where are all the fuses related to this system located? My unit doesnt run on any settings. No faults and battery level is full. Any help Please? Thanks
When I turn the kims unit on the air doesn't blow cold. It's like running the normal thermostat with the truck only turned on and not idling. Any idea how I could fix that?
Hi Andy. Approximately how many hours of service are expected from the batteries and what is the cost of replacement batteries. Is replacement a DIY project or a dealership job. ? Thanks.
Is there a firmware update for the control panel to allow lower minimum temp setting for heater operation? 70 degrees Fahrenheit is too hot to sleep comfortably.
@@AndyTheKenworthGuy the video that you show us how to build a truck using all the expensive parts you can think of for a total cost, just so I can I get a better idea and prepare for the future. Preferably a w900l with an 86 inch studio sleeper, slit windshield, sun roof, you know that sort of thing, I asked you a while ago and you said you didn’t mind, I’m not trying to rush you or anything, I mean you can take all the time you need, I was just curious on your progress? 😅 that’s all
@@AndyTheKenworthGuy I apologise if I’m coming across rude by the way, I have a dream I want to fulfill and that’s becoming an O/O but no dealer ship will work with me in terms of build my truck to sort out the pricing, so I was just curious if you could help me, that’s all 🙂
Save yourself tons of grief and tons of money. Buy a freightliner. Buy a Mack. Buy an old truck and rebuild it. Dont buy a new kw or pb. You have been warned.
Notice how he quickly flew past the operation of the heat. Even if it was hot outside he should've let the heat power itself on just to show us that it worked, which it didn't and doesn't. There are several of us at the job in 2025 KW T680's and all of these trucks have the same issues.
Thank you for showing the heat portion. I was freezing and wearing long John's and wrapping up with a blanket!!! Mine was set to auto and the heat would come on, BUT WOULD NOT STAY ON😢. So Thanks for the video.
First off I'm a 20 year veteran truck driver. I'm not a super trucker and I learn something new almost everyday. I've driven all types of big trucks and trailers. Currently, I'm in a 2025 KW T680 automatic and it's a piece of junk! The KIM heat does not work but the cool air is cool, not cold. I do know why the torque in this thing keeps readjusting automatically but it's a joke. The air suspension will drop even without a loaded trailer. Pumping fuel is a task because of where the driver side fuel cap is located in comparison to the passenger side. I constantly have to readjust my position at the fuel island. Even wiping the windows is a chore because of the plastic molding around the windshield! This thing is a nightmare! I'll take a 10-speed International over this thing any day.
thanks because i forgot how to use it lolll but after see this video i remembered how to use it
Thank god for this. Called 3 different Kenworth dealerships who couldn’t tell me how to switch from cold to heat
Glad I could help
How can I repair the soistems is failing
@@AndyTheKenworthGuyhi ,, do you know where can I fix it , because the sistems is not working
Thank you so much, I just purchased a 680 yesterday and I love it!
Hello, I am from Colombia, I do not speak English and I do not understand it either, but I love your content and especially those beautiful trucks and tractors ... Greetings
You just typed some decent English with good punctuation.
Wow, thank you
This is great information I’m purchasing a new 2024 T680 and I wanted to know about this
Very helpful. Thank you.
Thanks, ive got the kims coming on the new truck
nice
What if mine doesn’t turn on at all how can I turn it on mine is a 2024 t680
Mine won't turn on at all
mine won't go cold or hot it's just regular fan
Does the system ever start the engine for recharge when it gets low?
Hey Andy learned a lot from u brother thanks for your videos , you also build trucks for American customers? I live in Cali
Does it start the truck automatically when the battery gets low
Only if ordered with auto start stop
@@AndyTheKenworthGuy Only drawback to this system is when motor starts to charge the batts,, it kicks in the motor fan to wakeup everyone in the neighborhood with the noise at 0300AM !!! HAHA Have a good day/night/whatever !!!! Can't beat a good ""APU"" system !!!
Sounds kinda similar to what Frieghtliner has with it's Optimized Idle system.
@@KB-gs8zi yeah I got to experience this except on a peterbilt 579 ultraloft it’s really cool when it works.
Question here; I have the same exact Kw idle mngt system. When I switch to Heat; it comes with a msg ; Check filter- please guide me through which filter I need to lookup; does it mean to replace?
Thanks for the info looking forward to your net video are you still doing one on Thursday????
Yes I am!
@@AndyTheKenworthGuy can't wait for the next one I'll have the popcorn 🍿 ready
Where are all the fuses related to this system located? My unit doesnt run on any settings. No faults and battery level is full. Any help Please? Thanks
Same issue
When I turn the kims unit on the air doesn't blow cold. It's like running the normal thermostat with the truck only turned on and not idling. Any idea how I could fix that?
were you able to figure it out? I'm having the same issue right now
Hi Andy. Approximately how many hours of service are expected from the batteries and what is the cost of replacement batteries. Is replacement a DIY project or a dealership job. ? Thanks.
My t680 kims unit will run down the battery in ac mode very quickly. So i don't get to use it all night
Is there a firmware update for the control panel to allow lower minimum temp setting for heater operation? 70 degrees Fahrenheit is too hot to sleep comfortably.
Mine goes to 60.
My kw didnt come with this, is this something I can add
Is this available on the 40inch sleeper?
Quick question please the heater is blowing cold air
That is a statement, not a question.
Has Kenworth / Paccar come out with extended warranty coverage for the KIMS system yet?
Are you a tech guy? I'm having trouble getting system to start.
I'm sure it'll end up garbage just like the adaptive cruise
After is on in auto does it turn on and off automatically
Yes.
Is there any update with the video I requested?
What video?
@@AndyTheKenworthGuy the video that you show us how to build a truck using all the expensive parts you can think of for a total cost, just so I can I get a better idea and prepare for the future. Preferably a w900l with an 86 inch studio sleeper, slit windshield, sun roof, you know that sort of thing, I asked you a while ago and you said you didn’t mind, I’m not trying to rush you or anything, I mean you can take all the time you need, I was just curious on your progress? 😅 that’s all
@@AndyTheKenworthGuy I apologise if I’m coming across rude by the way, I have a dream I want to fulfill and that’s becoming an O/O but no dealer ship will work with me in terms of build my truck to sort out the pricing, so I was just curious if you could help me, that’s all 🙂
I'm assuming the inverter does not have to be on correct? I'm literally in my truck doing this. It's working just wondering if I need the inverter on.
What’s the hottest it goes up to
On mine its 80°F or roughly 27°C
Save yourself tons of grief and tons of money. Buy a freightliner. Buy a Mack. Buy an old truck and rebuild it. Dont buy a new kw or pb. You have been warned.
Lol facts
We got one of the new gen 680 and it is nothing but problems
Seen Many Freightliner and Mack,s Having Issues Also