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.
- CHECK THE DEF TANK LEVEL AND FLUID
- Verify the DEF Tank level.
- Check the fluid for signs of contamination.
Is the fluid level in the DEF Tank above the minimum requirement and free of contamination?
Yes
- Go To 2.
No
- Fill the DEF Tank to the proper level with clean Diesel Exhaust Fluid. If the fluid is contaminated, perform the cleaning procedure. Refer to TANK, Diesel Exhaust Fluid , Cleaning .
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
- ACTIVE DTC
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, navigate to Systems Tests and actuate the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Doser Pump Override Test.
- With the scan tool, View DTCs.
Is the DTC active?
Yes
- Go To 3.
No
- Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION - 6.7L. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION - 6.7L .
- CHECK THE DEF SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
- During the actuation of the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Doser Pump Override Test, visually inspect the DEF Supply Pump Assembly and DEF Lines for signs of a fluid leak.
Are there any leaks in the DEF System?
Yes
- Perform the appropriate repair.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
No
- Go To 4.
- During the actuation of the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Doser Pump Override Test, visually inspect the DEF Supply Pump Assembly and DEF Lines for signs of a fluid leak.
- CHECK THE DEF SUPPLY LINE
- Stop actuation of the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Doser Pump Override Test.
- Turn the ignition off.
- Remove the DEF Supply Line.
- Check the DEF Supply Line for a restriction and check for crystallization on the DEF Supply Pump Assembly inlet fitting.
Is the DEF Supply Line and DEF Supply Pump Assembly fitting free of obstructions?
Yes
- Replace the DEF Supply Pump Assembly in accordance with the service information. Refer to ASSEMBLY, Diesel Exhaust Fluid Pump , Removal .
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
No
- Clear the restriction from the DEF Supply Line or DEF Supply Pump Assembly inlet fitting.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .