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114K miles and finally the DEF tank level sensor has gone south, shooting code. Called my dealer to schedule a date, 1/2/2020, and confirm that they had necessary parts. Acknowledged parts in stock just needed time slot with tech. Estimate two days.

I too prefer the T6 in 5W-40, however I have used Valvoline products for many years in other vehicles. Still use bulk 5W-30 synthetic in the shop. My OA's have been very satisfactory and yet by comparing OA's for the Valvoline product may change my mind as to my choice of Diesel oil as well. On...

BANKS Power Derringer for eco? Their website gives a CARB OE for engine tune. Although no Transmission tune from them. Or was I seeing something different?

Mine has a full size spare of the 20 inch variety.

The prime didn't work? To prime you do not touch the brake pedal and cycle the ignition to the run position. You will hear the lift pump in the tank humming, once it stops making noise cycle ignition off, wait a moment and cycle back to run position, listen for pump noise. If no noise it is safe...

Only in association with the dreaded Service Electronic Throttle System message.

Exactly, we have an intake manifold loaded with byproducts of incomplete combustion and raw fuel from the late injection for the Regen Cycle and now all we need is an ignition source, or do we? Based on the USCG Chemical database, the Auto Ignition Temperature of Diesel Fuel ranges from 350 to...

I got the opposite "coolant temp below thermostat control temp" first changed the water temp sending unit/sensor, to confirm initial reading. Same reading. Replaced Thermostat, which are side by side each other by the way, and no more codes. Your red lightening bolt is the Service Electronic...

Haven't seen these high of number of vehicle fires since the Pinto. Engine compartment fires normally follow several factors, engine hygiene, fuel system design, ignition/electrical systems, dirty engines, oil leaks/combustible material/presence of organic matter, which follows hygiene...

Thanks for the concern. But after 32 years technique is as effective as tool. Never use water to fight a hydrocarbon fire, just puts wheels on the flames. I liked your analysis of ignition source heat but is lacking the heat of the internal EGR failure allowing direct exhaust impingement onto...

I received my recall notice for the EGR cooler and the FCA statement was "no known repair" and the one I like the best "monitor your coolant level". My dealer Service Rep stated recall is a EGR cooler replacement and that all parts are on back order. Well after 32 years in the Fire Service I...

Well, having read most if not all of the, not quite referenced but inferred, "studies" and having experience in the automotive additives testing wars from the 70's as well as my experience in the collegial atmosphere. Whenever your read a report or study from a scientific source you may note no...

John: I just work it into my oil change routine, take air filter out first, clean, leave to drip dry, change oil and oil filter, re-oil air filter and re-install. With our trucks the oil drain is a minimum of 30 minutes so leaves time to air dry, do not use compressed air unless it is at reduced...

FCA official stand is "no comment" or a large amount of legalese which amounts to "it depends on the dealer" as FCA does not void warranty for a K&N air filter.

Yes, fits stock air filter box. Have one in my 2014 RAM, works fine, have Oil Analysis to prove no increase in dirt ingestion. Clean properly, oil properly, no issues. Noticed no permanent increase in fuel mileage but performance is more consistent, and by the time I don't buy a paper air filter...

I have run K&N air filters on my Pro Dirt Track motorcycles since 1975 with no increase in dirt ingestion, in all types of track conditions. I have run K&N air filter in my stock air intake on my 1995 Chevy Z7, presently 399K miles, original drive train, with no increase in dirt ingestion. Ran...

Yes I got mine for my RAM but yet to receive check for the wife's Jeep GC.

Accurate, if the pump continues to run to correct a system position issue it will overheat and cause a heavier amp draw. The system as a whole has to be diagnosed, not myopically looking only at the pump. The pump is running at the request of the system to meet a sensed deficiency or incorrect...

As in dealing with any system the technician and the technical information provided are pivotal to any successful repair. My wife's 2015 Jeep GC blew one fuse, I checked system, and have had no issues since, a year ago. My 2014 1500 has had no issues.

I have the RAM and my wife has the JEEP. The JEEP uses two identical filters side by side as you have witnessed. If one is darker or swollen that would be an indication of some type of fuel contamination or overfull. If one is a lighter color and lighter in weight, then being crazy suspicious, I...