Tank, Diesel Exhaust Fluid: Removal
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.
- Disconnect and isolate both of the negative battery cables.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE
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- Remove the transfer case skid plate. Refer to PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE, REMOVAL .
- Disconnect the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fill tube vent line (1) from fluid limit vent valve (1).
- Disconnect the DEF fill tube (2) from DEF tank (3).
- Drain the DEF tank. Refer to DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID EMISSIONS, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Disconnect the DEF supply line (3) from the DEF injector (1).
- Position a transmission jack under DEF tank.
- Remove right side DEF tank mounting bolts (1).
- Remove left side bolts (1) and partially lower the DEF tank (2).
- Disconnect DEF dosing control unit wire harness connector (2).
- Lower the tank.
- If necessary, remove the bolts (1) and the DEF pump cover (2).
- If necessary, disconnect DEF supply line (3) from the DEF pump.
- If necessary, disconnect the DEF pump wire harness connector (1).
- Remove the DEF tank from vehicle.
- Remove nut (4) and the DEF tank strap (3).
- Remove the DEF tank (2) from mount (1).