Change A Fuel Filter on 2003-2007 Dodge Cummins 5.9

[@CSXtrackworker]

He kind of reminds me of Mr. Mackey from South Park with his voice. On the next video, could you please Mm Kay after every line? LOL

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Mmmmmm Kay

[@CSXtrackworker]

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[@steffanwhite7177]

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[@matthewclark8373]

Drugs are good mmm kay

[@braxtonpayne9093]

Jesus loves you all

[@r1deftone]

I'm a retired Aerospace Machinist & Engineer and IMHO the Drill Doctor is a must have for any shop.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Bingo 🍻

[@jasonnemjo5981]

I was glad to see this was just as much of a pain for Wade as it is for me. Always kind of thought I was doing it the hard way. I always empty the bowl first before pulling the filter. I'm done using the stock Fleetguard filters. So many times the plastic lid nearly separated from the filament when pulling it out. And then one day it did. What a mess that was. Now I use the NAPA Gold. 7 micron and heavier construction. However now I'm interested in this Baldwin 5 micron filter. Think I'll try that next. That's why I like these videos and forms. Gets people talking and sharing. UPDATE: Just received my Baldwin 5 micron. Haven't installed it yet but took a good look at it and really like the construction. Update: Used the Baldwin 5 micron PF7977 two times now and it's working great.

[@davidanderson8469]

I've used the Baldwin PF7997 for years now. I also have the GDP cylinder head filter.

[@donaldbabcock7619]

Everybody has their own way of doing things. I drain the canister first completely. Then remove the filter and replace it with a 4 micron Baldwin filter put the lid on tighten it down cycle the ignition switch several times and it will fill the canister and the truck will start right up.

[@davidanderson8469]

Baldwin's are 5 micron.

[@cjmorientes4346]

Can’t tell you how much I appreciate these videos, Thoroughbred Diesel, thank you!

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Thank you. That is why we make the videos.

[@curtisanderson462]

Just got my first diesel truck a few days ago but been around them my whole life. Never even seen the fuel filter and probably never would have til I seen your video ! Thank you guys!

[@victoroneill7924]

The Dodge fuel filter is also a water trap. You're supposed to drain out the diesel in the filter to make sure there's no water in it before you put the new filter in. Before you try to start the engine turn the ignition key to run for a little while to fill up the filter housing. This is per my Dodge shop manual.

[@gordonvanderelst923]

I use 1 -1/8 open end wrench! Just got to remember not to over tighten, it is plastic cap.

[@timroach7913]

Spot on! That’s how I do my 5.9! I change mine every 5k and it’ll be black like his!

[@JB-cd6gn]

Good to know I'm not the only one rocking Cardio B while changing filters

[@1melahat]

I believe most of the contaminants in the fuel system come from the filthy pump nozzle at the gas stations. Right before the tank fills and foam washes the dirt off the nozzle and into the tank I hand hold the nozzle a bit higher and make sure that doesn't happen!

[@billthompson9595]

You Sir are not a tec You are a true mechanic. Thank you for information a valuable time

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Thanks!

[@Crawlerjamie]

🤔🤔🤔

[@brentmcmahon8188]

When filter is out and drain open spray it out with carb cleaner and you will be good to good .

[@alexalex736]

definitely drain the fuel bowl, sediment collects in there.

[@Redsfanatic32]

I’ve recently found a fuel filter that filters down to 5 micron instead of the 7 the stock fleetguard does. It’s a Baldwin, part number PF7977. I switched to it with my last filter change. You can’t go wrong with better filtration. Even if it is only 2 microns, thats 2 microns smaller you’re cleaning your fuel

[@NLINE7]

That's what I use is the Baldwin 5 micron now,always used the Fleetguard before on my 03 Dodge Cummins 5.9. In fact when I bought the truck new the Fleetguard fuel filters then was rated at 10 micron. Also when I replaced the o ring I always use a little dab of new grease around the threads and the o ring to help get a better easier on seal.

[@skippy012]

I don't understand why Thoroughbred Diesel would put a stock filter back in especially when that was one of the main causes of injector failures on a 24 valve common rail. I get mine at Cummins and I believe they go down to 2 micron. Stock filter was only good to 10 micron and I believe the Cummins recommendation for the common rail was 5 micron and Dodge said No 10 will do...

[@Redsfanatic32]

Brian Stanfield stock fleetguard filter is 7 micron. The Baldwin I bought is 5 micron. So it should meet whatever requirements at that point

[@bmoore3199]

You don't need that expensive Snapon socket. I've used my Harbor Freight 1 1/8" impact socket on my 2005 Ram 5.9l Cummins for 17 years, works perfect every year. I change oil, filter, and fuel filter all every year.

[@abelwalker4396]

He says to commit the number to memory but it's the wrong part number. 03-07 is FS19856 for the 7 micron. The FS19855 is the 10 micron filter for 00-02

[@CasuallyAuthentic]

Came here to say the same thing.

[@bwinford1561]

Changed my filter a 100 times and enjoyed and learned something as well. Good job.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Great to hear!

[@justinfranklin204]

You need to drain the filter housing ....

[@soapybawlz9160]

he does?

[@overheadcam32]

Or 1 1/8 socket works fine

[@martin1234512345]

overheadcam32 hahaha. Thought the exact same thing.

[@kw900lkevin]

exactly

[@bajatuna]

Good instruction. I was going to crack one injector, so I'm glad I watched this. I always did the bleed on my 2002 5.9. I wonder if #1 diesel corrodes the filter housing more than #2.

[@brianmichelson2185]

Very informative, I do half to point out the trying to keep fuel in there to not have air pocket, yet drain and clean seems hypocritical

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Kinda he is right on the money like Mr Rogers !!!

[@yannickparadis336]

Thank you sir to share your knowledges.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

It's my pleasure!

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Your right to open drain first and spray housing down to get and sediment or dirt out first and bump starter a couple of times till it’s full and then your hood to go !!

[@Dezzylyricz]

As a parts manager this pleases me to see a pleated filter being respected by a diligent technician

[@daylansdesigns7263]

This video helped me save on a repair bill thank you for your kindness and willingness to teach

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Glad it helped

[@donaldbabcock7619]

1st thing I do is drain the filter completely. Not much Fuel will drain from the filter that way, Remove the filter replace with a 4 micron Baldwin. Close the valve Cycle in tank pump several times cranks right up never fails. Yes everyone's got their own way of doing things.

[@magprob]

Thank you so much. Keeping my 5.9 humming.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Glad to help.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Big adjustable wrench works just fine and not high dollar Snap On .😊

[@jeffangstman9043]

Cheap adjustable with the handle cut down to about 4 in.

[@powerstrokediesel99]

Wouldnt mind seeing y’all make a more updated cummins injector install 5.9 or 6.7 or maybe a 7.3 injector install! Always great content from you guys

[@caseyl3631]

Great video 👌. Mine started up then died again. Was doing it b4 the change, thought a new filter might help. I'll check the sender flow like you suggested! 👍 I hope I don't have a leak somewhere

[@markyoung2981]

Thank you for your time posting these helpful videos.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

You're welcome!

[@joebarrington6917]

Great advice about bleeding good way to loose a hand. However it should be a FS19856 7micron not the FS1985 10micron they used in 00-02.

[@americummins4048]

Joe Barrington how do you lose a hand to bleeding the lines?

[@americummins4048]

Is it from the pressure or

[@bahopik]

@@americummins4048 it's called fluid injection injury. These things run at crazy high pressure like 20,000 psi. If your hand gets sprayed, pressure will cut through the skin and diesel will go into blood stream. From there, it depends how quickly you get to hospital, only hand might have to be amputated, or more. People also have died from this kind of injuries when left untreated.

[@raceadodge]

@@bahopik This is the low pressure side he's working with. 30 psi or so. . .meh. . . It's after the cp3. . . That where the death is.

[@joebarrington6917]

@@raceadodge in the video he refers to bleeding at the injector witch is what I was referring to. Not sure where your injectors are but mine are after the pump on the high pressure side.

[@joshuaroe3021]

Love the video hate that you are advertising the higher micron filter.

[@alanosborne1947]

Next video you should show how to do a brake fluid flush! Not sure what that black stuff was in the brake master cylinder but it was nasty!

[@duckwacker8720]

I use Baldwin. They filter to 5 microns.

[@davidanderson8469]

A Baldwin PF7977 is a direct drop in and provides 2 microns more filtration. I always lube the o-ring with diesel fuel.

[@jeffangstman9043]

That is Baldwin PF7777.... no #9

[@cupwalker24.7]

One tiny tiny tiny little piece of dust, dirt or Sediment in the bowl and through the injector and she's gone boys no stress 😂 ;) good luck 🤟

[@tomtee4442]

AC Delco fuel filter is down to 4 microns and on Amazon for $18.50 or Advance for more.

[@mariomartin1981]

this proffessional forgot the most important step.DRAIN the filter housing first,he even talks about the dirt in the bottom of the can,so when he pulled that filter without draining the can,where do you suppose some of that dirt might have gone,yup.right in the line to your CP3 pump.not great.

[@ZombasticRex]

I thought that too

[@moose5.9]

Exactly....I drain mine every time and let it sit open for a few mins to make sure the junks out of the bowl

[@ericpatton1349]

@@moose5.9 so what did he just show us how to generate some work for yourself

[@overheadcam32]

Craftsman makes a 1 1/8" socket for the 5.9 cummins fuel filter cap 😆

[@MrCunningham12345]

I def. agree with draining the can first.. that said.. doesn't the fuel down the top of the spigot in cannister? Would mean much less chance for heavies to get in tank.. which I guess is redundant as were trying to filter in microns vs chunks lol. Drain the can!

[@user-gi9yf9zd2w]

GREAT VIDEO: Thanks for the tip on the SNAPOA1 29 Metric socket. That will make it a lot easier next time and I will make sure to check the Bowl for sediment next time also. THANKS

[@forename_surname]

turn the key on or bump the starter to refill the bowl? not clear there. otherwise, nice thorough vid thanks

[@toddpennysoutdooradventure9638]

Has anyone ever experienced the following issue after replacing their fuel filter: When I replaced my filter this last time I noticed quite a bit of sediment in the bowl and we decided to clean it out. We drained the bowl and had to use some suction to get all the sediment (as our hands were too big to get into the bowl to the bottom). I think this caused a problem with it staying primed. When we replaced the filter and attempted to start the vehicle, as explained it this video, it started but only ran a couple of seconds and died. I did not hear the fuel pump engage when the key was turned on. We attempted a number of times, but couldn't get it started and didn't see any fuel entering the bowl when the key was turned on. A mechanic friend said to put ATF in the bowl and reinstall the filter. This worked in priming the truck and it started up. It has been running since then, but shortly afterwards it started doing something odd. When you started the truck and left it to idle, instead of idling at about 750 RPMs it would rev up to around 1,000 RPMs, then sometimes after a few minutes it would idle back down. When in gear it would return to the 750 and move according to the speed being traveled, but whenever you would put it in park it would again rev up to around 1,000 RPMs. I've asked, but no one seems to know why it is doing this. Any ideas would be helpful. Thank you in advance.

[@Natedoc808]

Best video I have seen of the proper, thorough procedure, no cutting corners or “good enough for a truck that isn’t mine” type stuff. Thanks for the videos and I’ll be making some purchases through your store. Would be great to see a proper Air bag/air helper installation video including onboard compressor such as the firestone kit

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Thanks 👍 Noted.

[@todydn]

Finnaly someone who's says no to cracking injector lines injection injuries are no joke I know a dude who used to run a steel press and the hydro line pin holed one day it got him two times through his glove he barely noticed 12 hours later after the ganggreen set in he got to say good bye to his dick beatin hand

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Bump starter 2-3 times and good to go .

[@untrusting]

Love your video. Very helpful. Showed me exactly what I needed to know and do. Thanks

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

So glad it helped you out!

[@brentmcmahon8188]

That’s what I use a big crescent wrench .

[@2SanityAtitsBest2]

Great info. Very thorough video. Much appreciated.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@billthompson9595]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you

[@jackdolphy8965]

I like how you hand tighten until its firm, and then put the tool on it. first time i did this in 2008 i had leaking at the filter cover because I didn't do that carefully. Thank you!

[@mathewb5044]

I have a 05 with about 220,xxx on it and I’ve never seen my filters that dirty dam

[@scottmcallister6066]

You say when you are cycling the fuel pump at the end that "This truck's got a raptron on it." What's a raptor? It's a good idea when the gas boy in Oregon fills the truck with gas.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Sorry, I speak Kentucky so its not very clear. I am saying Raptor, which is a lift pump made by Airdog, and its noisy in its old age! Still been a great pump though!

[@dozerdog14]

I find it best to use the paper towel or a hand vac & get all the fuel and crap that’s in the canister out!

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Good tip, thanks!

[@igotursixx2665]

Excellent job, thanks

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Our pleasure!

[@ezyjack826]

another great video. is there another fuel filter on the 05 Cummins 5.9 that should be changed or is the only one for this year? ty

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

This is the only fuel filter on the 03-07 trucks. That is a good question though. Certain years of the 6.7’s had two filters.

[@QuadeCrabtree]

Thank you for the awesome videos!

[@FallGuy2005]

This has lots of valuable information. However, please ask your cameraperson to use two hands so they are more stable and use a tripod whenever possible.

[@qward2174]

Excellent video Wade👍🏽👍🏽 Where did you get your socket wrench and extension from???

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Thank you! All Craftsman except a Snap On ratchet. The strap wrench I use in this is also Snap On.

[@Thomasc1444]

going to leave dirty fuel in the canister. dont do it. just drain in with the valve and then make sure the canister is clean.. then just cycle the key a few times to fill it up.

[@mikejobgen5775]

I changed my filter last week and there was brass filings in there. Have you seen that before ?

[@slit4659]

MIKE JOBGEN.....You need to use UNLEADED DIESEL that will keep the LEAD FILINGS OUT.....

[@kimberlychristy384]

excellent tutorial thankyou

[@lukeshaffer3837]

Could you drain the can, replace the filter and pour the drained fuel back in? Obviously checking for debris but overall no harm no foul?

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Risky.

[@jordan-rb1lo]

I appreciate this info 🤘

[@branned]

Well Done Sir!

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Thanks.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

I jus spray it out with cab cleaner and valve open !

[@gary8483]

Glad I'm not the only one that struggles getting the cap to screw back on.. haha. Always a few swear words at that point....

[@ryangregory3094]

FS19856 is the only filter i see on your website!

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Give us a call and we can find the filter you need 1-859-737-4966.

[@williamwallum1236]

Don't leave fuel in the canister. That puts contaminated diesel on the clean side of the filter.

[@rpsmith]

Save your money and just delete it and add an AirDog or Fass fuel pump. Best money you will ever spend on your truck!

[@jesusyeshuaelelyonelshadai6295]

I think canister design is dumb should be facing down that way debris won't settle down in there

[@dewaynemiguel3349]

You cant go by this i got s bad batch of diesel once had to change the fuel filter 3 times in one week always carry extra filters

[@wheyez1]

I would add Vaseline to the orings, and the threads. Also it’s best if you don’t touch the filter bare handed. The oils from your hand can mess with the water separating ability, use gloves.

[@javiercadena6892]

Good job bro

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Thank you so much 😀

[@williamknight8016]

I use a AFE 44-FF010 fuel filter. on my 2004 Cummins 5.9. Pricey ($34) , but it is rated at 3 microns, 99% efficiency.

[@truth4502]

Thank you for this! I've just had to replace my injectors and the believed cause was this truck having the 7 micron stock filters used. That isn't nearly enough filtration I was told. I almost bought a new lift pump just for the filters being 2 microns but 3 in the stock housing is great! 06 3500 with a raptor 4g lift pump, no filters.

[@coltelarson1215]

If you were worried about unfiltered fuel wouldn't you drain the filter sump before pulling the filter? Does the minimal chance of contamination make that point moot?

[@BS-tj3bq]

What about that raptor lift pump for third gens? Any more details and install stuff for that? Good info. I don’t check the bowl ever only drain some fuel out. When I do lift pump check, I open up the supply line before the filter so I don’t dump dirty fuel in the bowl.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Raptor available in 100gph and 150gph flow rates. All hoses wiring harness etc included. fuel filter change would be at the OEM intervals. We can email installation manuals.

[@djmacarenomacareno4781]

Hi good video could you help me fix the problem in my 2003 Ram 2500 cummins it rises the engine oil level and thank you

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

If oil level is rising, probably suspect something going on with your injectors or high pressure injections system. Have injectors tested and the overall engine compression tested as well.

[@Chief6067]

Can you still change out the filter without draining the fuel bowl? Is it advisable to do this or is it advisable to drain it each time you change the filter?

[@martin1234512345]

Chief60 I drain it every other time. Mostly just cause I'm lazy. You don't have to drain but you prolly should. It's there for a reason.

[@Chief6067]

Martin, Thanks Much appreciated

[@daviddroescher]

My self I'd drain every time. Less mess, less chance of chunkys getting were they shouldn't and wiping out the parts the filter is suposed to protect. But I have a 1st gen so I've no choice but to drain, its a spin on.

[@pb4585]

If you don’t drain it first, can’t dirty fuel get on the wrong side of filter

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

True

[@bridgeboy513]

Love the information. Thank YOU. Question I HAVE THE 2005 3500 AND THE IDLE IS SLOW TO RETURN TO IDLE AFTER LETING OFF THE PEDDLE. ANY IDEAS????

[@stajp.2172]

Same with us did u get it resolved

[@bridgeboy513]

@@stajp.2172 Not yet.

[@jimthefencer5212]

Injector’s

[@dougn6465]

Injectors

[@troya.summers8898]

When a 2006 dodge ram Cummins, how do you check the fuel pressure from the tank to the filter?

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

You can remove the inlet bolt at the CP3 and get a fuel pressure bolt that we offer to be able to screw any 1/8 NPT fuel pressure gauge into.

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Good review!👍🏼

[@TinCupOutdoors]

Don't you drain the fuel filter to make sure any dirty diesel gets out of the system. This way you could be washing the exterior of the filter into the canister, new filter goes in and some of the dirty fuel bypasses the filter

[@kindalike]

What do I do if I can’t get the lid off? I’m turning it REALLY hard but it won’t come out and I don’t want to break it.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

You will have to change the fuel filter so if you break the lid, it had to be done.

[@allthisfitsverywell4203]

Say you change your filter and you drain all the diesel out of the canister what's typically the problem if it will not refill the canister

[@coltongray3690]

If your truck has been running fine but you don’t get fuel in the bowl when you cycle the key…what could the issue be?

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

More than likely the CP3 is drawing its own fuel. I would say that even though its running fine, it probably is down on rail pressure when you load it. Address the lift pump issue for sure.

[@pyrojoe1404]

Video says. FS19855.... Website says FS19856. New to Dodge World.

[@nathanscott762]

lube o-rings, filter will go in easier

[@nathanwv222]

If you drop all the fuel into the canister, won't you ever up with unfiltered fuel on the wrong side of the new filter????

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Fuel being supplied to the canister with the filter in is filtered.

[@victoroliveira3256]

Is that die diesel the stuff meant for construction or agro equipment, it’s the same colour I use in my backhoe.

[@justinledoux4938]

I looked awfully yellow to me, so no it's not red dyed diesel.

[@daviddroescher]

It looked like road use tax diesel , not red die off-road use only diesel. They both work the same just one cost extra to cover road maintenance cost.

[@michaelcuff5780]

Id get rid of that housing all together but it has a heater to warm the fuel in the winter.

[@mk3249]

I can smell this video

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Deep breaths. 😁

[@betterwithrum]

how often do you need to change the oil if you're tow 90% of the time?

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

We change our personal vehicles at 5K miles. But, you should make an informed decision of what works best for you and your vehicle. We suggest having a oil sample pulled at the end of your chosen interval, and take those findings and make a decision as to what is the right interval for you.

[@dustinjeffries8041]

Just use a Crescent wrench.

[@PNWTone]

Cardi b playing in the truck. Haha

[@nicholasplesko533]

I replaced this with a cat filter.

[@AndrewPoschner]

I have an issue maybe you can help with. 2004 5.9. Truck would overfuel on occasion and actually ran away on me, requiring me to turn off ignition. It has over 200000 miles and I thought it would be a good time to install a complete set of injectors. After install I ran the unit up and checked for leaks, all good. I shut down and afterwards developed a no start problem. Checked lift pump operation ok. Cracked 1 3 4 injectors and found minimal pressure present. Im thinking rail relief valve issue, what are your thoughts.

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

Never open injection lines on a common rail. Also, when the lines are open the system will not build pressure enough to start. That being said, I would think that you have a feed tube that isn't torqued correctly. Retorque all feed tubes.

[@ScottDLR]

That FF will always look like that no matter how many miles. The black is caused by the asphaltene in diesel fuel. It would be OK to jump his stuff about that filthy eng though! Also, it's a lot less messy if you drain the fuel before removing the filter.

[@jamestiller6125]

What about the chassis fuel filter?? Does it have one??

[@thoroughbreddiesel]

The 2003-2007 Dodge trucks do not have the chassis filter.