Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- OTHER DTCS
- Ignition on, engine not running.
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Were there any fuel system or air handling sensor DTCs present?
Yes
- Repair other DTCs before proceeding.
No
- Go To 2.
- CHECK THE EXHAUST TEMPERATURE SENSORS
- Turn the ignition off for 10 minutes to allow the Exhaust Temperature Sensors to stabilize.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool check the temperature values of the Exhaust Temperature Sensors.
Are the Exhaust Temperature Sensors reading within 43°F of each other?
Yes
- Go To 3.
No
- Replace the Exhaust Temperature Sensor that is out of range as compared to the others.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
- CHECK FOR THE DOC/DPF CATALYST MISSING
- Visually inspect the aftertreatment exhaust system.
Is the DOC/DPF Catalyst installed on the vehicle?
Yes
- Go To 4.
No
- Replace the DOC/DPF Catalyst in accordance with the service information.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
- Visually inspect the aftertreatment exhaust system.
- CHECK FOR THE DOC/DPF CATALYST DAMAGED
- Separate the exhaust and inspect the DOC/DPF Catalyst for internal damage or signs of face plugging.
Was any internal damage found in the DOC/DPF Catalyst?
Yes
- Replace the aftertreatment DOC/DPF Catalyst in accordance with the service information. Refer to CATALYST, Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) , Removal .
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
No
- Replace the DOC/DPF Catalyst outlet temperature sensor. Refer to SENSOR, Exhaust Temperature , Removal .
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
- Separate the exhaust and inspect the DOC/DPF Catalyst for internal damage or signs of face plugging.