GENO'S GARAGE BLOG ON DODGE RAM TURBO Diesel Tech, industry News, TRUCK PARTS & ACCESSORIES
If your 1994-1998 12V Cummins Turbo Diesel suddenly fails to start and you’ve checked the usual suspects such as empty fuel tank, clogged fuel filter, and dirty battery and/or starter contacts, it could be a problem with the fuel shutoff solenoid.
Don’t let this malfunction leave you stranded. Read this tech tip that covers
troubleshooting, testing, and adjusting the fuel shutoff solenoid.
When you see the dashboard message “Service DEF System See Dealer”, you’re suddenly wondering if you’re in for it… Maybe not. Read on so you’ll know in advance (and skip the panic).
Given the importance of using high quality filters in your truck, and with so many cheap (scary) knockoff filters sold online, here is our quick OEM FILTERS BUYER’S GUIDE…
If the water-in-fuel light comes on, the first thing to do is to stop driving the truck. Repeat, STOP driving the truck.
TDR Writer Andy Redmond discusses low pressure fuel system issues seen with Second Generation Ram/Cummins.
The Cummins diesel is a longevity engine. When serviced properly, the engine should last 500,000 to a million miles between teardowns. Peripherals like the turbocharger, fuel injectors and the fuel pump, however, can wear out or fail much earlier. A well maintained fuel system can keep injectors going for 250,000 miles or more. The original common rail diesel injectors and CP3 pump in my 2005 Ram have been trouble free for 180,000 miles now. These injectors have delivered good performance and fuel efficiency. There are no signs of spray pattern…