DEF Tank Heater Replacement
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DEF Tank Heater Replacement
OK, I have the the replacement DEF Tank Heater and plan to install on Saturday. 1AAuto.com has a great video on the how to remove and replace the part, but it doesn't quite go far enough.My question is this- is there any procedure(s) that I need to follow after I replace the Heater/pump assembly such as priming it? If so, how do I do that? Cycle the ignition a few times? I know not to get frustrated while doing this Removal/Replacement as if I break the DEF injector it will cost me more money- any feedback is greatly appreciated
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I was going to do mine after getting the P20BA error code. I wasn't aware of having to prime the DEF fluid tank. I watched the same video and one of the comments stated:
I decided to just go forward with the DPF delete and not worry about it anymore.
Excellent video. I am pretty old and got her done. A couple of suggestions. 1) Get a second set of hands for putting the tank back in as it’s a bit heavy if it has def in it. 2) Before re-install put a zip tie in place to use on the big white plug for use after you plug the two white connectors together. Reason being it’s a son of a gun to put it back on the factory clip(I probably don’t get how I was suppose to do it) so just zip it down. Take a good photo to make sure this cable/plug lays down just as it did from the factory. 3) put control head back on with widgets pointing the same way 4) If the filler next hose is kinky reach in after installed and twist it at the tank as the fitting just rotates on the nipple. 5) Better than a creeper is cardboard, put it down first because you are going to do some slithering. 6) I don’t know the code procedure but before starting the truck I added def, cleared codes, then started the truck. Seems ok now. Ford manuals need to be thicker but they aren’t, eg replace radiatior at 80k, replace def heater at 90k, replace front axle hub seal at xk....etc! But I love the truck anyway.
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OK, I have the the replacement DEF Tank Heater and plan to install on Saturday. 1AAuto.com has a great video on the how to remove and replace the part, but it doesn't quite go far enough.My question is this- is there any procedure(s) that I need to follow after I replace the Heater/pump assembly such as priming it? If so, how do I do that? Cycle the ignition a few times? I know not to get frustrated while doing this Removal/Replacement as if I break the DEF injector it will cost me more money-
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For anyone else reading this, I replaced my DEF heater Sunday night in my 2014 F-350 Platinum. For the most part everything went well. It was a little more difficult reaching the main connector and disconnecting it with one hand than anticipated. Similar to what Justin mentioned above, my truck did not have a skid plate as the A1 video showed, however I was able to remove only the back nut and the next 2 bolts holding the "skirt" to gain enough access to one of the DEF tank bolt. If I had to do it again i would empty the tank...at a minimum before the reinstall..it was a #%&$ to weasel that heavy SOB up there and get a bolt started before loosing feeling in my shoulders. Lastly my CEL did not clear right away...I ended up reading somewhere that it would take 3 cycles to reset so I did not take it in to have it cleared. This morning would have been the 4th run, and wal-lah, no CEL. Oh, and I did not need to raise the truck to remove the tank...maybe I have little bigger tires?
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For anyone else reading this, I replaced my DEF heater Sunday night in my 2014 F-350 Platinum. For the most part everything went well. It was a little more difficult reaching the main connector and disconnecting it with one hand than anticipated. Similar to what Justin mentioned above, my truck did not have a skid plate as the A1 video showed, however I was able to remove only the back nut and the next 2 bolts holding the "skirt" to gain enough access to one of the DEF tank bolt. If I had to do it again i would empty the tank...at a minimum before the reinstall..it was a #%&$ to weasel that heavy SOB up there and get a bolt started before loosing feeling in my shoulders. Lastly my CEL did not clear right away...I ended up reading somewhere that it would take 3 cycles to reset so I did not take it in to have it cleared. This morning would have been the 4th run, and wal-lah, no CEL. Oh, and I did not need to raise the truck to remove the tank...maybe I have little bigger tires?
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Yes, I definitely checked with my local Ford dealership before I replaced it myself. From what I have read:
F-250 to F-550, 2011-2012 Built August 24 2009 - Oct 23 2012
F-450 & F-550 2013-2015 Built April 2012-December 9, 2014
are the only vehicles covered by this program (there are plenty of other threads on here about the "Customer Satisfaction Program" and what is covered) I was shocked that it wasn't...seems that the 2014's are just as likely as the 2011's to see the same issue.
F-250 to F-550, 2011-2012 Built August 24 2009 - Oct 23 2012
F-450 & F-550 2013-2015 Built April 2012-December 9, 2014
are the only vehicles covered by this program (there are plenty of other threads on here about the "Customer Satisfaction Program" and what is covered) I was shocked that it wasn't...seems that the 2014's are just as likely as the 2011's to see the same issue.
#12
I am not sure what all year models are covered but I got a letter in the mail back during the summer that they extended the warranty on my DEF tank system until 2021.My heater failed last week which threw a code when it was below freezing one morning.Took it to the dealer and they swapped out the tank heater under warranty.
You other folks might check on it before you buy the new parts when yours goes out and make sure.It may be covered and save you time/cash.
You other folks might check on it before you buy the new parts when yours goes out and make sure.It may be covered and save you time/cash.
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New member here.... 2015 F350 6.7
I know it’s old thread and some others out there too. But it had good info. I got a cel code P207F and DEF problem and soon to be in the 50 mph or 5 mph. Local mechanic couldn’t do anything. So took it to local dealer. Well, all he did was reprogram update PCM said that what he has done on 15-16 but has changed DEF heaters on earlier trucks. 100$ diagnostic and PCM update.
I prayed & held my wallet all way to dealership.
I know it’s old thread and some others out there too. But it had good info. I got a cel code P207F and DEF problem and soon to be in the 50 mph or 5 mph. Local mechanic couldn’t do anything. So took it to local dealer. Well, all he did was reprogram update PCM said that what he has done on 15-16 but has changed DEF heaters on earlier trucks. 100$ diagnostic and PCM update.
I prayed & held my wallet all way to dealership.
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