2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Fuel Injector removal

[MarkRobinson]

I have a 2000 Ram with 160k. I am looking to change out the fuel injectors with new ones but both Chilton and Haynes manuals say I need a fuel injector tube removal tool #8324, and Injector removal tool #8318. I called both Napa and the Dodge dealer and neither know of these tools. Does anyone know where to get them??



THanks

 

[Mishkaya]

You don't need either tool. You can safely use a flat screwdriver to remove the connecting tubes and a 10x1. 25 mm bolt from the intake plenum to remove the injectors. You can find good instructions here:

Installing Larger ISB Injectors

 

[Joseph Donnelly]

As noted above, you don't need these tools; see TDR Issue 51, p. 95. A flat-blade screwdriver will fit between the threads on the connector tube and can be used as a lever to pop it out. A flange headed M8 x 1. 25 thread bolt (like Cummins uses on the intake manifold) can be screwed into the top of the injector and a lever used to pull it; I use a brake adjuster “spoon” as the lever.

 

[firefighter_2000]

Exactly

Thats exactly how I did it a few months ago. Flat head screw driver to pop out the crossover tubes and a pair of bent nose needle nose pliers to pop em out. The ones in the back are kinda difficult to get to. A friend to help is always nice too.



I would DEFINITELY reccomend the 275 injectors. They are a very nice addition to the truck. Little bit of liftoff power and a little extra fuel milage (if you can keep your foot out of it).



Craig

 

[SHobbs]

There are small copper washers down toward to the injector tip which can stay in the bottom of the injector hole. A small screw driver and a little patience you can get them out easy. Always check the injector when you pull it out to see if the washer stayed on.

 

[ed9824v]

I took a very small flat screw driver and bent a 90* on the end and it worked perfect.

 

[JFulford]

Take a look at the how-to that I did for the Gateway Diesel Owner's Association 275RV Injector Installation.