Priming if the engine has run out of fuel – Ram Trucks 2015 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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3. Open the water drain valve, and let any accumulated

water drain.

4. Close the water drain valve.
5. Remove bottom cover using a strap wrench. Rotate

counterclockwise for removal. Remove the used o-ring

and discard it.

6. Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and

dispose of it according to your local regulations.

7. Wipe the sealing surfaces of the lid and housing clean.
8. Install a new o-ring into the ring groove on the filter

housing and lubricate with clean engine oil.

NOTE:

WIF (Water In Fuel) sensor is re-usable. Service

kit comes with new o-ring for filter canister and WIF

sensor.

Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel

WARNING!

Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the
engine running. Engine operation causes high fuel
pressure. High pressure fuel spray can cause serious
injury or death.

1. Add a substantial amount of fuel to the tank, approxi-

mately 2 to 5 gal (8L to 19L).

2. Press ignition switch twice without your foot on brake

to put vehicle in Run position. This will activate the in

tank fuel pump for approximately 30 seconds. Repeat

this process twice.

3. Start the engine using the “Normal Starting” proce-

dure. Refer to “Starting Procedures” in “Starting and

Operating” for further information.

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