How to Change Fuel Filter 2011 2500

[DJaquez]

I would like help in directions to change the fuel filter in the 2011 Ram 2500. Dealer wants $140 and the filter is only 45. 00 really, is it that hard?



Thanks in advance.

 

[PFranzese]

I have 2009 so its different but I am sure the procedure is similiar.



There should be a drain valve on the filter assembly somewhere with a short hose on it. Open the valve and drain the filter housing. After the filter is drained just remove the cap on the top of the filter housing and pull out the filter. Make sure its all clean inside and put it all back together. For my truck I have to bump the starter a couple times to get the fuel pump to run. It runs when you turn on the key but bumping the starter makes it run longer. Do that a few times to makes sure the filter fills with fuel and then its done. Worst part is the mess but your filter housing is redesigned from mine and should be easier.



Edit:

Don't forget to reset the overhead, turn key on and push throttle pedal to floor 3 times within 10 seconds.

 

[n7gxz]

I have 2009 so its different but I am sure the procedure is similiar.



There should be a drain valve on the filter assembly somewhere with a short hose on it. Open the valve and drain the filter housing. After the filter is drained just remove the cap on the top of the filter housing and pull out the filter. Make sure its all clean inside and put it all back together. For my truck I have to bump the starter a couple times to get the fuel pump to run. It runs when you turn on the key but bumping the starter makes it run longer. Do that a few times to makes sure the filter fills with fuel and then its done. Worst part is the mess but your filter housing is redesigned from mine and should be easier.



Edit:

Don't forget to reset the overhead, turn key on and push throttle pedal to floor 3 times within 10 seconds.

The reset is for the oil change and not the fuel filter.



Yes changing the fuel filter is pretty straight forward. You don't need to empty the filter housing, just lower the level about an inch. The filter has an oblong hole and oblong post that it slides onto so you have to get that lined up before the new one will slide on.



I found that best price on Wix filters at Discount Fleet Supply.



Kevin

 

[PFranzese]

Your right, forget the reset. Was before I had breakfast and coffee.