Diesel exhaust fluid (def) warning messages – Ram Trucks 2014 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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CAUTION!

See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust
system could occur soon with continued operation.

Exhaust Filter Full — Power Reduced See Dealer

This message indicates the PCM has derated the

engine to limit the likelihood of permanent damage to

the after-treatment system. If this condition is not

corrected and a dealer service is not performed, exten-

sive exhaust after-treatment damage can occur. To

correct this condition it will be necessary to have your

vehicle serviced by your local authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust
system could occur soon with continued operation.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Messages
Your vehicle will begin displaying warning messages

when the DEF level reaches a driving range of approxi-

mately 500 miles (800 km). If the following warning

message sequence is ignored, your vehicle may not

restart unless DEF is added with in the displayed mileage

shown in the EVIC message.
Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi DEF Low Refill

Soon

— This message will display when DEF driving

range is less than 500 miles, DEF fluid top off is required

with in the displayed mileage. The message will be

displayed in the EVIC during vehicle start up with the

current allowed mileage and accompanied by a single

chime. The remaining mileage can be pulled up anytime

by way of the “Messages” list within the EVIC

Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi Refill DEF

This message will display when DEF driving range is

less than 200 miles. It is also displayed at 150 miles and

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