Filling DEF Tank
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Please be advised that there is a TSB on the Chev. After refill the sensors do not reset the unit. Computer needs to be reflashed/reset and or the sensors changed. This has not affected all trucks. So keep it full if you are traveling a distance. Our traveling friends had this problem (we are on our way to Gillette) and there is no time to put their truck in the shop for repairs.
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jnbhobe
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The old trucks don't use DEF, try to buy a new Dudge that doesn't need it.
dieselengineer
Charter Member
I like the "just put fuel in it and go". I seems so much simpler then worrying about another tank to keep full. The old dodges rule!
jnbhobe
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Your right Jim, them older dodges are powerhouses.
Duramax1
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Judging by the noise they make!!!! (LOL)
dieselengineer
Charter Member
Like they say "six men standing are more powerful then eight men laying down" let the good old coal roll!
codycarver
Founding Wyoming Chapter Leader-retired
DEF was a huge concern for me when we were looking at replacing our TV. After doing all our research we ended up with the Ford in our sig. Even had the dealer include a jug in the deal. To date I have not had to fill it. It seems to need filled at about the same time it needs service. The truck is used primary for towing our Bighorn and gets very little use without a load.
Oh yea... I still love my Dodge but it can't hold a candle to the Ford as far a power goes.
Oh yea... I still love my Dodge but it can't hold a candle to the Ford as far a power goes.
PhotoPete
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I was initially concerned about the def thing and overall performance as well. After many thousands of miles towing, i can say i have no problem with it. The emissions are clean, the power is good. For those that say they will never buy new, i suggest you keep an eye on the emission trends in this country. they are getting stricter and stricter. tomorrows truck will be cleaner than todays and may be a bigger concern for you than it is now!
my exhaust pipe is as clean today as when i bought it. I think thats a good thing. i have driven a lot of diesels in my life, todays new rigs are nothing short of great vehicles.
Pete
my exhaust pipe is as clean today as when i bought it. I think thats a good thing. i have driven a lot of diesels in my life, todays new rigs are nothing short of great vehicles.
Pete
We have had similar experience. I still check the level occasionally and is always is >1/2 full. No need to carry it along as you will have plenty of time to refill it should it fall below the 1/2 indicator.
vakthund
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New [Dodge] Rams don't use DEF either.
jnbhobe
Well-known member
Look at the 2013's and the 2012 4500 and 5500 models. Hello DEF !!
currituck0209
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Gus, wal mart has def for $11.00
boatto5er
Founding VA Chap Ldr (Ret)
vakthund
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Sure enough, learned something today. I may have to buy an older truck without this issue (and without EGR).
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