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Hi all,
I am a new diesel owner. I just purchased a 2004 Dodge 3500 with 212k miles. I am having trouble with excessive black smoke at all times. The injectors were all replaced,and I was able to talk to the mechanic who did the work to confirm they were new replacements. I took it to the dealer and had a reflash done back to stock specs. Still black smoke. I dont have a boost gauge installed to check pressures yet. There seems to be good power and no missing just lots of smoke. The air cleaner is new. I have not done a boost leak check, just inspected all conentions and all look good. You can here the turbo spool up so I assume its is working. Any suggestions? Thanks Rick:argh: |
Forgot to mention that the temp gauge stays down close to the peg and will not come to operating temp. Dont know if it is a bad gauge, stuck or no thermostat, or faulty sending unit.
Rick |
Temp gauge issue needs to be addressed. Maybe a hint to another issue (electrical). Check for boost leaks by pressurizing, not just looking. Physically check turbo condition. Have a "reputable" mechanic / shop scan the computer. Not Auto Zone or the parts changer at the stealership. Your looking for more than codes. I'm curious what the boost sensor is "seeing".
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Thanks for the reply. I had the dealer and another run a scan on it. I took it back to the place I bought it and they are sending it back to the shop. Will post what they find. Any others?
Rick |
I would also check for intercooler boot leaks. Too much fuel + not enough air = Black smoke.
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