I wonder if the line joints are failing, not giving the injector enough pressure to fully do its job... deff interesting it’s leaving spots under the truck. Times like this makes me wish everyone lived closer so we could team up and check out these issues and brainstorm.
If you can get ahold of a code reader, that will better direct you to a solution. Modern vehicles are a lot more sophisticated than before and normally the code will pinpoint you to the correct fix. You can replace the entire emissions system for around 5-8k $ but if it’s just the def injector...
Maybe the splined end for the pumpkin comes out? I noticed mine have a lot of play when they go into the front diff but I don’t have any odd noises or clicking lol
Normally the fronts fall right off, I don’t think mine had holding screws on them, normally one good whack on the top and on the sides gets EM! Sounds like a bigger hammer may be in order 😎
These engines are a pain and riddled with sensors. I get a p04db code, (crank case ventilation disconnected) when my truck shifts into second and I’m pulling a load ever since I upped my tire size since my transmission clutch values think I’m still turning 32’s when I’m really turning 35’s so...
The tune is pretty much an order online put in yourself type setup. I’m running sofaking tune, others recommend hd diesel, gde tuning, and I believe there’s one more. For the actual delete parts a quick google search will give you a few options. I ordered my parts from eBay and the egr stuff...
Welcome! A tune and removal of the egr and exhaust straight pipe seem to do the trick for the most reliable life of the motor. The factory emissions setup allows soot to be recirculated into the intake and throughout the motor. This engine does not like stop and go traffic or short trips so try...
As long as it’s the correct weight and has the correct additives I would not be too concerned but being a dealer I would think that they would put back engine specified oil