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Well I have to agree and disagree with TC. I love my 2014 Laramie Longhorn for all the reasons that he likes in the RAM truck line. Yes this is my first personally owned diesel, not my first to drive. Have driven Class 8 trucks down to 2500 diesels and I love this "modern" diesel. I have had...

My DEF tank sensors failed shortly after the AEM install my dealer did not hesitate to install new one under extended warranty under the AEM. Waiting for the appointment date to have the Updated EGR installed, note if you have a CEL outstanding FCA will remove the intake to inspect for...

First is your DEF tank low or is it bad sensor? If a bad sensor the DEF tank must be replaced as the sensor is an integral part of the tank. The two codes are for low performance threshold of Selective Catalyst Reduction and high NoX emissions, which are coupled together as the SCR reduces the...

I would bet on that sensor is bad as at no time should the EGT be that low. There are four EGT sensors at different positions in the exhaust system. I would bet that you are still running winter blend diesel, as well as the intake manifold may be full of sludge from the EGR at this point and may...

Got a recall notice for the EGR kinda blaming me for not having it done yet on Monday this week. Called my dealer and they apologized profusely for dropping the ball by not calling me earlier. Parts on the way will be in the shop next week. Will decline the AEM fix. Presently my 2014 is not...

I would continue to use the Rotella T6. Although I have not read any recommendation for the 2020 eco. The SN rating is for automotive engines with a smaller ZDDP package and is insufficient for diesel engine use. The Euro Blend in 5w-30 was removed from use by FCA in 2016. Like you my 2014 and...

Compared to the Cummins EGR diffuser and intake the eco is dirty, yes it is a dirty intake due to the EGR, Post exhaust fuel injection for the Regen cycle, and according to GDE the fuel map and timing. You will find several members of these boards that will agree with your assessment.

Yes the process is NHTSA takes a report, once sufficient reports are tabulated, for cause and origin, and if there is common cause a recall order is issued. It sometimes is a slow process but with the growing number of failure incidents resulting in fires the process should speed up.

Did you report your incident to NHTSA? With a definite cause and origin determination that will factor into any NHTSA decision to leverage FCA. A large number of "Undetermined Cause" allows NHTSA to leave decision in manufacturers hands. We have our recalls and the dealer we use has stated that...

I use the OptiLube for added lubricity due to the dryness of Ultra Low Sulfur diesel, it also has a cleaning action. Have used Diesel Service products, BG products, Amsoil. Everyone will have a favorite. I prefer the OptiLube and BG. I do a lot of research and run Oil Analysis each oil change to...

FCA will dodge and have you use your insurance, report incident to NHTSA, NHTSA is the only Federal agency that can force FCA to take liability. Fire cause and origin needs to be determined. If your insurance can tie it to FCA they will come back on FCA.

This code will send your truck into Limp Home Mode which unfortunately stops the active regen cycle which causes a whole new set of issues. I would not recommend driving the vehicle at all. Options are purchase an adequate scan tool and learn to discern if you have an issue or not and clear the...

Very pleased with mine. That being said my SCR/DPF was replaced under recall 2014 specific, my DEF tank was replaced a couple months back under warranty. The AEM made my truck a real turd, so I tuned it. I did install an external oil cooler with secondary oil filter in response to the 2014...

I have only seen it available as 5W-40 but I see that it is also available in 15W-40 as well, it just hasn't hit the shelves here in the lower 48.

File a complaint with NHTSA, FCA will dodge and make you claim on your insurance.

Reminds me of the 305 SB Chevy, the first 5 years nothing but spun rod bearings and flat cams. GM changed cam profile, hardening process, material, 5 times in 5 years to no avail. Many warranty replacements. Clevite/Michigan 77 made the OEM bearings for this engine, a Clevite engineer teaching a...

There is a recall out for an updated AEM, I have the recall here. I will not participate as I have tuned and love the truck the way it drives now. The AEM was supposed to be the same tune as the 17 and up vehicles, the big question was why did it negatively effect so many vehicles and not...

I got a code for Erratic or Missing Sensor Signal which is the level sensor, right after I filled the tank, DEF tank replaced under AEM warranty, all good now.

You would be correct the wealth of knowledge the topic has been covered but sometimes it is easier to go straight to the point without reading for hours. 1. Use good oil, many good suggestions on this forum, I use Rotella T6 since before FCA announced the change. I change at 10K miles but I also...

No problem TC, I too believe that non EGR is the future of Diesel engines. Although I do not blame FCA totally as I know the efforts that Cummins undertook to convince the EPA that the Mandated EGR was not needed. I also agree that lacking meaningful redesign that the VM motor will fall behind...