Tank, Diesel Exhaust Fluid: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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.).
- 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.
- Connect the DEF dosing control unit wire harness connector (2).
- 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.).
- Install the right side DEF tank mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 46 N.m (34 ft. lbs.).
- Remove the transmission jack.
- If removed, install the DEF pump cover. Tighten bolts (1) to 14 N.m (10 ft. lbs.).
- Connect the DEF fill tube (1) to DEF tank (2).
- Connect the DEF fill tube vent line (1) to fluid limit vent valve.
- Remove support and lower the vehicle.
- Fill the DEF tank with clean fresh fluid.
- Connect both negative battery cables.