Tank, Diesel Exhaust Fluid: Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Mount, Tank, Strap & Nut

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Position the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank (2) onto tank mount (1).
Install the DEF tank strap (3). Tighten nut (4) to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).

Fig 2: DEF Supply Line, Connector, & Pump
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If necessary, connect the DEF supply line (3) to DEF pump (2).
If necessary, connect the DEF pump wire harness connector (3).
Position the DEF Tank onto transmission jack and raise tank part way into place.

Fig 3: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Dosing Control Unit & Wire Harness Connectors
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Connect the DEF dosing control unit wire harness connector (2).

Fig 4: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank & Bolts
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Raise the DEF tank (2) into place.
Install the left side DEF tank mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 46 N.m (34 ft. lbs.).

Fig 5: Right Side Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank Mounting Bolts
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Install the right side DEF tank mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 46 N.m (34 ft. lbs.).
Remove the transmission jack.

Fig 6: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Pump Cover & Bolts
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If removed, install the DEF pump cover. Tighten bolts (1) to 14 N.m (124 in. lbs.).

Fig 7: Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Tube Vent Line, Tube & Tank
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Connect the DEF fill tube (2) to DEF tank (3).
Connect the DEF fill tube vent line (1) to fluid limit vent valve.
Lower the vehicle.
Fill the DEF tank with clean fresh fluid.
Connect both negative battery cables.