Q: What Are the Symptoms of a Leaking Fuel Injector on Dodge Ram 1500 and Ram 1500?
A: A leaking fuel injector can cause fuel knock, poor acceleration, low fuel economy, rough idle and misfire. It is recommended to have any checks on diesel fuel injectors done by a dealer service department or qualified diesel repair facility, as injector tests require special high-pressure testing equipment and adapters. Removing and installing the injectors requires expensive special tools, making it not recommended to attempt this job at home. It is generally more cost-effective to have this job done by a dealer service department or diesel specialist.
Q: How to remove Fuel Injectors and Fuel Rail on Dodge Ram 1500 and Ram 1500?
A: To change the fuel injectors, remove the upper intake manifold. Unplug any vacuum hoses and electrical connectors that inhibit fuel rail removal. Take out the ignition coils and clean any debris around the injectors. Detach the fuel rail and injectors as a unit. Disconnect the supply line and the electrical connectors from the injectors. Detach the fuel rail and injectors together.