HOW TO REPLACE TURBO 6.7 CUMMINS

[@grwup7047]

just replaced my 6.7 HE300VG turbo yesterday 1/27/23 easiest way is to go through passager side wheel well. remove the passager side battery box & coolant tank' you can just unscrew the 3 screws for coolant tank then push the tank upwards out the way. unbolt the 3 nuts on hanger for the flex-downpipe ( underneath the truck) it'll give you all the play you need to separate the turbo elbow from the flex-downpipe. take screw driver or anytype pry tool to separate downpipe from turbo elbow, wiggle the turbo out by pressing down then roll it out through the wheel well' it's a little fight but it'll come out. ps, the reason a section of the flex-downpipe is braided steel is to be able to bend itself down out of the way of turbo elbow when removing or installing' so therefore you don't have to remove motor mounts or try pulling the turbo from top of engine, just press downwards on turbo and wiggle to free the studs from the exhaust-manifold mount.

[@picnic9185]

I might need your knowledge on the weekend boss..... my new turbo and egr cooler delete kit is showing up... might as well get rig of the cooler while I'm under there..... right?

[@grwup7047]

@@picnic9185 if you're deleting the truck idk that process, but I do know you'll need to re-tune the truck with the correct equipment .. but'a yea you can take off the egr cooler while you take out the turbo, taking off the egr cooler is easy also.

[@picnic9185]

@@grwup7047 its already been deleted just time to take off the parts

[@grwup7047]

@@picnic9185 everything else is super easy' just a ratchet & socket set.

[@picnic9185]

@@grwup7047 good to know..

[@ironheadbridgeman9282]

Great video! I’ve changed 3 turbos on my truck and it makes your life a lot easier if you take the front wheel off and the inner fender liner to get to the turbo . And you can jack up the engine to gain clearance between the turbo and frame . But I was un able to install the turbo with the studs in the turbo.. had to put them in after the turbo was in place . So I made sure that the studs ran freely into the turbo prier to installation . None the less .. this job is a chore !! Just trying to help the guys who watch ! 👍

[@bendowden9453]

I remove inner fender liner, battery and box along with the total intake system and coolant tank. Takes longer but gives so much room.

[@Zackczc477]

PLEASSE EXPLAIN TO ME. Where can I jack the engine up . I just need a hair to get this turbo in. I am about to just set it on fire.

[@dustyweasel41]

That’s what I’ve done as well. Works great

[@jw4042]

This right here is an absolute must!

[@45calshooter]

I'm a big guy and my hand don't fit anywhere they need to go. I'm on day 2 and not sure if it will get done today. I've got the new turbo mounted and the exhaust, drain line and lower coolant line installed. Can I tell you I have never installed anything in my life that is such a PAIN IN THE A$$... I will sale my truck or pay good money if this ever happens again. For anyone thinking about doing this let someone else do it. My hands are cut up from the 29,432 zip-ties that are located in every spot you hand or arm needs to be. You are a better man than I am. If you were here in the lower states you would be seeing this at your door step.

[@eamonohara436]

NO KIDDING BUD 🤣

[@038Landry]

I like the specification that “this is an offroad truck” from a fellow canadian 😂👌🏻🤘🏻!

[@darkirondiesel]

Yup customer had it towed back to his farm afterwards 👍🏻

[@038Landry]

@@darkirondiesel absolutely love a responsable individual like that 👌🏻🤘🏻

[@dustyweasel41]

Once you take out the turbo, check in the black hole area for all the lost sockets and wrenches. I found my 10mm there:)

[@darkirondiesel]

Hahaha that’s so true, it is a black hole area 😂

[@RobDLion]

Very True, found 2 of them. lol

[@SDixon53]

Great Video Bud. Everything here is spot on accurate. I saw some comments about people having issues getting the turbo out and back in. To remedy this all I do is basically everything you did here except i remove the exhaust clamp from the turbo right next to the turbo and not the elbow and then since its just right there I go ahead and remove the 12 bolts and get that manifold out of the way. Makes everything much smoother for me personally and may help some others if they are still having a issue with clearance.

[@darkirondiesel]

Thanks for the tip!

[@automotivedefenz2195]

It's recommended to change the crankcase filter and also check the oil flow from the turbo line's while cranking the engine. Just a tip.

[@woodysapper7]

This channel straight to the point. and no bullshit

[@deankoerner2436]

Thanks for the video, lost my turbo the other day lucky we got it to the front of the house so tomorrow I'll try to tackle it, turbos are crazy money ,thanks again, keep up the great work

[@smexypolak]

2 years later and you're saving me bud 👍 appreciate it

[@lukeackerley166]

going ahead and taking of the exhaust manifold isn’t a bad idea. pretty simple and you don’t need to be cutting studs or anything like that. plus makes it easier to put the new one in.

[@jw4042]

I just want to add for any first timers DO NOT bend the oil drain tube and I highly recommend replacing it with the rubber fleece drain tube. Some stubby wrench’s will make your life a lot easier too. I was replacing motor mounts at the same time and it really helped having the pass. side motor mounts loose so I could jack the motor up an inch or so to help the turbo drop down off the studs. You’ll also want to make sure you have some replacement sealing washers for the coolant lines I didn’t think about that until I went to put it back together and all I could get my hands on were some that were for an AC evaporator on a ford.

[@nathanurick8320]

You make this look so easy, wish I had skills like this.

[@darkirondiesel]

Lots of swearing and throwing wrenches were involved in the learning process haha

[@pchoward]

Great video my turbo is being replace next week. I am glad you recommend replacing the whole thing because I thought they were trying to up sell me. Thanks Paul

[@barotraumabruce4245]

My only complaint…you didn’t say “pain in the a$$” enough times to cause me to rethink pulling my turbo. My wife told me my language was much more “colorful”; words not fit for KZbin. Thanks, so much!

[@darkirondiesel]

😂

[@dongoshko9602]

If I knew where your garage was, this western canuk would be stopping by and giving you another 6.7 turbo change challenge in a 2014 lol. Always awesome vids with so much info.

[@dylansage9269]

Thanks for not showing the hard parts of install, super helpful.

[@darkirondiesel]

I show you step by step what to do, but if I filmed the whole procedure the video would be three hours long. If you can’t figure out how to do it after watching this video I recommend taking it to someone more competent.

[@SouthernGuy27]

Great video. I’m getting ready to do the same job on my ‘15 6.7 Cummins. Thanks!

[@ee546636]

How’d it go?

[@RobDLion]

Hope yours went well. I just pulled my 15 6.7 Cummins turbo. It was chore. Now looking to buy a replacement and reinstall it. Also, I think I'll need to do something about the exhaust filter, it was full.

[@jimmyramirez5787]

guys remove the battery box and leave the EGR cooler alone, still thanks for the video, your way still gets it done bro.

[@antwan6294]

Anyone not wanting to let go of that exhaust brake check into the fleece cheetah drop in. There is no expensive installation kit, and there is a great installation video that's literally step by step.

[@tonymartinez757]

Hey bro. Good evening. 1st time diesel owner. Love that Cummings

[@darkirondiesel]

Thanks bro

[@maverick12916]

Thanks for the vid bro. popping my cummins turbo cherry today.

[@harryharvey1057]

Getting the studs to line up and go through with the manifold isn’t easy, but there’s a trick. Put a post jack under the block right by the a/c compressor. And make sure you’re not on the timing cover. Raise the engine up just a 1/4 inch. Set the studs directly under the manifold and lower the engine onto the turbo. Then through the fender well you can push the turbo up with a pry bar and with your other hand start a nut.

[@nickparfait8179]

watching this cause im waiting on my new turbo and seeing the struggle you are going through is making me sad cause im gonna have to do all this :,(

[@dylanpaton6994]

On ur next one try to taking off the fromt of the turbo and main rear clamp . Comes out with ease

[@ryoshi_versX]

I just ordered a Fleece Cheetah and a Speed T4i exhaust manifold. Hoping replacing the manifold too makes it easier to get the old out and new in.

[@StevelsCamping]

I just picked up a nice clean 4th gen 3500 today... excited to get it.

[@ChrisLopez-gq7vv]

Your video help out a lot, i got the the full turbo and actuator assemble… I rest the codes but still lost Communication -pending … Doni need to run the truck or there a different process after words

[@anythinganytimealways]

What was the process? Mines a 2014

[@cmsimerson]

I have the same issue and am also going to do a full delete. Can you install the tune with the check engine light on because Ive heard that you can't. Thank you.

[@frnkjones40]

It’s easier to work through the wheel well by taking the tire off and I didn’t need to cut any studs

[@anythinganytimealways]

How tf did you get the inner rear nut out? What a nightmare

[@frnkjones40]

@@anythinganytimealways If you're talking about the flange it was easier than I thought. I was working on an 2008. I used an S shaped wrench I got from Harbor Freight to get it started. The real nightmare was installing the oil drain.

[@anythinganytimealways]

@@frnkjones40 I didn't like the oil drain part either 😕

[@dustongann5054]

What kind of life/mileage should you expect to get on the stock holset turbo on the 6.7? My actuator just dumped at 205k miles and I’m wondering if a complete turbo is the way to go?

[@saulmartinez355]

You Can get an actuator already programmed around $500 bucks. Or you can get a turbo for 1,200 bucks

[@coltonsommerfelt6627]

my actuator started acting up at 245,000 miles

[@travischeramie774]

Thanks you help me alot with head gasket last year now with turbo that's awesome 👍

[@fasteddie51]

Thanks for the great video. I just had a Dodge dealer replace the turbo on my 2010 6.7 Cummins. They said it will smoke real bad for a while. ??, is that normal.

[@anythinganytimealways]

Update?

[@daniels1715]

So if I take off my actuator and clean the VGT veins and put the actuator back on would I still have to calibrate it

[@chrisorcutt7619]

I pull a 40' fifth wheel with my truck. Do I need to break in the turbo before I pull my trailer.

[@drakedavis6634]

It’s really easy if you use an O2 sensor socket on the sponsor on the elbow

[@coltonsommerfelt6627]

im looking at changing my turbo out on my 6.7L cummins. the turbo actuator seems to be going out since it starts running away everytime i start the truck. i usually have to cycle the ignition a couple times to get this issue to stop. my question is since my truck has a egr delete on it already will i need to re delete the egr with a new turbo?

[@danielschonhardt4372]

The most frustrating part isn't getting the turbo in. It's reconnecting the lower coolant line. Why don't any of these "how to" videos show the hardest parts that we're looking for tips for?

[@OilfieldLivesMatter]

Take it off with the turbo and just remove the banjo bolt from the block. Much easier.

[@ACDC267]

@@OilfieldLivesMatter that's how I do it

[@johnnyrichardson6774]

Thats why i came and didnt get what i was seeking

[@jamestaylor-qb9wo]

@Daniel13 what about the oil drain tube I can't seem to get at them even with the heat shield bent back

[@OilfieldLivesMatter]

@@jamestaylor-qb9wo Try a swivel on a long extension and go from the bottom. There’s a good amount of room you should have plenty of clearance to get those 2 bolts out. If you don’t have enough access you didn’t move the heat shield enough.

[@ag8499]

Do you have video how to reset TPMS LIGHT? I have 2016 ram 2500 6.7l. I put bigger wheels 55psi. And I have another issue. When I pulling heavy trailer my boost up and down and loosing power too

[@JohnTeriStieg]

I have a 2015 2500 Cummins. I had the turbo replaced by the dealer about 10,000 miles ago at 90,000. I was just doing my first oil change since the turbo job and noticed the bottom of the oil pan is punched up as if someone tried to lift the engine with a jack under the oil pan. The only work I have had done on this truck is an actuator at around 50K and now the entire turbo at 90,000. I noticed you did not. I just don't know for sure that happened during the turbo work but I've always done my oil changes and I do not remember that pan being dented up. My first thought is the plug is not at the lowest point now and that drives me nuts because I want every drop out when I drain my oil. I'm sure I would have noticed this before in the last 10 oil changes. Hmm.

[@andybd11a]

Did u do all that work and put back in a stock turbo?

[@israelhernandez1050]

So I had the P003A code come on after hitting bump driving into gas station, also transmission seems to be stuck in fourth. All after hitting a bump. Wondering if I’m needing new turbo now

[@javagu]

I have a 2021 Dodge Ram 3500 6.7 dually. It’s been deleted. I tow hot shot for a living. Yesterday I broke down. I don’t know if it’s fuel related or turbo related. I have no power. Truck runs and idles fine. Has new air filter and fuel filters and also a recent oil change. How can someone with minimal mechanical experience diagnose if it’s maybe a fuel pressure regulator or the turbo? Thanks for your help

[@lisatanner5439]

I was recently working on my Dodge 08 3500 and removed the turbo line going from the turbo to the inner cooler. I noticed a few drops of oil inside the line. I could tell it was coming from the turbo. Is this something to be concerned about seeing that the truck has 190K miles. Is this normal or should I be concerned and replace the turbo?

[@nhacnhay]

H I’m wounder change actuators turbo for my 2016 ram 2500 do I need to calibrated Sir ? Thank you

[@sts.556]

good video man thanks, and step by step.

[@angelogz4384]

What’s a good turbo replacement 2016 6.7

[@AnthonyMora-p5r]

If I’m swapping a turbo from another truck do I need to calibrate it and fill up with oil too

[@collinconley9913]

Replacing the turbo in my 13’ ram, which manufacture do you recommend for a new turbo

[@brenteason9891]

Turbo looks light :). My truck is for off-road use only too.

[@MK-ng5fp]

what would be a upgrade from a stock turbo and fits nicly in the engine bay for the 6.7L

[@darkirondiesel]

If you want to stay with the VGT turbo then I’d go with the BD Screamer turbo

[@donkintz281]

I tried everything but no luck getting my turbo out than I just used my engine hoist just a bit of lift and it slid right out just wondering what you think maybe my engine mounts might be bad what do you think they don't look bad ??

[@jamesr5543]

If I crank up my Cummins and I get a fat whining sound, would this swap do the job? I’m running a mini max stage 3 delete kit

[@gabrielethier6791]

Good video thankyou. Is it possible for a turbo to stop working without throwing a code? I have been told I need a turbo but I had no codes. The only code I have is p0087 wich tell me it is a fuel issue.

[@prestonbitely3917]

Did you figure out your problem? Having the same issue

[@gabrielethier6791]

@@prestonbitely3917 had my truck repaired . I had a New turbo and the tune was upgraded for the ecm. Truck runs really good at this time. Thanks for asking.

[@williambircher954]

What is the trick to removing the rear inside mounting nut?

[@alaska-bornfloridaman]

I'm struggling with that right now.

[@nicalushpo4135]

go under truck with long extenstion, and a jack handle

[@1cleandude]

Awesome Roger what year model is the truck thanks 🙏

[@TheJCompound]

0:08

[@kokegonzales8393]

Nice video 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@tracykch]

How do get the oil return line back on turbo?

[@anythinganytimealways]

How'd you do it?

[@dallasculpepper7624]

Wish I had a guy that knew his shit like you in my area 😂

[@jschenk7915]

Where is the speed sensor in this HE300VG turbo?

[@cynicaltexan9639]

People talk about Cummins turbo issues.. have had mine for roughly 3 years and have had no issues

[@donkintz281]

Thanks Buddy great tips

[@BoostedVQUR]

Thoughts: Fleece Cheetah or BD Screamer?

[@math450]

I have a code U010C. Should I replace turbo or check harness and actuator fisrt?

[@Keepin-it-wheel101]

Where did you order your turbo from and how do I make sure is pre programmed

[@zachlangolf2287]

Do you have a turbo brand preference the turbine on my intake side has some play im assuming that means it's getting ready to make a mess out of the engine it's a 2008 with 80000

[@zachlangolf2287]

The truck currently has no codes showing it had a low boost code but putting it on a diet cleared that up it has a rattle when it's under a load that's why I pulled the intake side off to inspect the propeller

[@LuisGarcia-sz7di]

Quick question can I tune my truck before discounting the dpf and egr or should I discount everything first and then tune my off-road truck what you think

[@darkirondiesel]

Personally I tune the truck first but it doesn’t matter

[@LuisGarcia-sz7di]

Thanks for the help

[@packfannumber1]

If you take the pass side motor mount bolt loose and pick up the motor you don’t have to take exhaust loose or any of that other shit. The nagasaki noisy boi will pretty much fall right out of

[@stevenbutterfield9154]

What is the trick for getting the turbo manifold bolt loose? I am trying everything I can think of ! Also, the back left nut? What angle and tools are needed for these two wicked #!#!#!#??? My project is at a stand still. I watched your video several times. Thank you for taking the time to share.

[@tatefoster9172]

I did the whole delete kit with a BD Diesel turbo upgrade on my 2013 2500 about 3 years ago and I am literally planning to replace the turbo tomorrow. I ended up using a short socket wrench 5" maybe, a 12" socket extension (only for leverage to give clearance fo the swing of the mallet) and a mallet to get that sucker loose. I'm hoping you don't still need this advice after 2 weeks.

[@shanecyr7053]

Hey brother. I'm sure this has already been asked and I'm missing it but any recommendations on what turbo to purchase? 130km on it and started throwing these codes yesterday so planning on tackling this on the weekend.

[@RobDLion]

What did you end up doing?

[@victorsaldana6707]

Tengo un ram 3500 2009 y echa humo blanco me dicen q puede el turbo ser el problema el motor no tiene anticongelante en el aceite pude ser el problema el turbo?

[@woolyhighlander7280]

I LOVED my 1990 Cummins 350 4x4 that I bought new, now they have ruined the newer ones, have had several, JUNK !

[@509reviews4]

I ratchet strap the exuast after unbolting down pipe saves a few mintues on time

[@mp760]

Going to replace the turbo on my 15 with a stock reman from gcl diesel. Would I have to get a scanner to calibrate the actuator? Or is it just a easy plug in and good to go ??!!

[@darkirondiesel]

Confirm with your supplier but typically if you buy a turbo with an actuator already mounted on it, it will come already calibrated so all you do is install it and plug it in.

[@mp760]

Perfect will confirm thanks for the reply 👍🏻

[@kingnesquick_milk106]

Holding a torch up to the nuts 😂

[@adamm.phillips6822]

Hey, it worked!!!

[@nickleblanc3740]

I bended my header return ( the metal one ) do I need or have to replace

[@DaarthPenatrator]

I tried a torch, different wrenches, ended up using an s wrench 15mm and the winch on my utv to get them exhaust bolts to break lose.

[@adamm.phillips6822]

Had to do the same for two of mine...

[@ATC235]

What turbo do you put in? Thanks

[@grigorescripnic7515]

I have replaced my turbo on my 16 3500 ram , and when i got downhill using my exhaust brake i get a ton of smoke , as soon as i step on the gas pedal it's all gone , any ideas on what can it be , this happened right the next trip i took the truck from the shop when replaced the turbo , drives like it should no smoke at anytime only when i go under the exhaust brake after 5 seconds the smoke starts, the shop doesn't know what to do , and they are assured that the turbo is not at fault here ,

[@anythinganytimealways]

What ended up happening?

[@grigorescripnic7515]

I have sold the truck and got a new one. Replaced everything except the engine and transmission, but now i found out that the tuneup was the issue, wich i jave done same time with turbo replacement, and can't tell u exactly. But i have friends who have the same smoke coming out after a tune up only

[@CC-cn7bg]

Have you ever heard of a vgt turbo blowing boost pressure into the coolant (cooling system) and causing bubbling from the radiator into the coolant reservoir?

[@darkirondiesel]

No I haven’t... you sure it’s not a bad egr cooler or head gasket?

[@CC-cn7bg]

Egr, dpf and cat are deleted. I actually watched your video and changed the head gasket last August.

[@TheEdster1981]

Tomorrow turbo day wish me luck 🙏

[@darkirondiesel]

You got this buddy 👊🏻

[@TheEdster1981]

3 bolts under the turbo pain in the ass.. but got it..

[@johnnyturbo8460]

@@TheEdster1981 good job!! About how long did it take you start to finish?

[@alaska-bornfloridaman]

@@TheEdster1981 How in the mother F did you get those 4 flange nuts off? I pulled a muscle trying to bully them.

[@TheEdster1981]

Oh took inner fender, tire , and battery out.. it's a workout. Took me 4 hours to take it out and took me every bit of 9 hours.. and invented a new cuss word best of luck..

[@michaelprice3891]

Can i use my vgt turbo for a gen two swap my2017 ram 2500 only has 39k running on a buget and i don’t want to loose my eng brake i tow a large trailer Thanks

[@tizzytiny2226]

hello where can i buy aftermarket tubro for my 2014 dodge 1 ton 6.7 cumming

[@pablomarquez4431]

I've done 3 of them and none came with the actual actuator on it. I guess cause you got a rebuilt one.

[@handtohandcombat3535]

Hey bud do you have any idea how a DIY guy can get the air out of the cooling system on a 2015?

[@darkirondiesel]

Should just self bleed if you drive it on the highway, just keep some coolant with you in case the level drops and you need to add some on the side of the road.

[@handtohandcombat3535]

@@darkirondiesel Thanks, yeah its been a couple weeks and from time to time it will overflow because of the air . I keep adding coolant but it just doesn't it from time to time. Thanks for the reply.

[@darkirondiesel]

Well then you might have an issue. Could be a blown head gasket, or did you just replace it

[@handtohandcombat3535]

@@darkirondiesel Naw only over flows when the truck is off. No water in the oil. I replaced the turbo actuator and drained the system. Getting the air out has been a pain in the butt!

[@matthewg1887]

Thanks for the vid bud.

[@darkirondiesel]

Anytime buddy!

[@matthewg1887]

I’m rebuilding my turbo now. Worst part is just getting the dang thing out!

[@ontheroadwithpastoranthony3161]

I tow a lot and I'm wanting to keep my exhaust brake, would the non vgt turbo be better than the vgt turbo?

[@darkirondiesel]

Well the non vgt turbos are great and guys love them but you will lose your exhaust brake.

[@ontheroadwithpastoranthony3161]

@@darkirondiesel I found an aftermarket exhaust brake but I wasn't sure if it was worth the hassle

[@joeparrish3239]

What are ur thoughts on a fleece cheetah for a 12 6.7

[@DPats1228]

This is why I bought a diesel power source turbonator. Never again 😃

[@StabEDealin]

Why doesn’t anyone take the exhaust manifold off? Not that it looks easy, but that seems to be the single biggest obstacle.

[@jaimearellano6376]

motor mount needs to come off in order to have the clearance to drop turbo. I know, is only about 1/4 of an inch!!

[@TheJCompound]

I heard you can take the wheel and splash gaurd off?

[@paulgarner2729]

What are your thoughts on a bully dog turbo?

[@darkirondiesel]

Never heard of them before to be honest, so Im not sure.

[@sakenkazakhstan7611]

I have code a003p this turbo?

[@ironheadbridgeman9282]

And with that I would like to add that when I installed my new screamer turbo ! I lost at least 5 mph!, any ideas wHat would cause that ????

[@darkirondiesel]

What do you mean you lost 5mph?

[@darkirondiesel]

Did you mean mpg? You should really get a custom tune to go with the bigger turbo

[@ironheadbridgeman9282]

Typo!🤦 mpg?? Trucks deleted with a smarty tuner

[@andresposada3648]

Cada cuanto seria bueno hacer el cambio del turbo

[@miguelcasique383]

No se necesita que cambiar nomas darle mantenimiento limpiarlo y lubricarlo como cada 30a50k millas.

[@JusticeCowboy]

Sure would have been nice if you would have shown the part where you installed the new turbo instead of skipping it in the video. LOL!

[@evanch123456]

How many miles on the turbo?

[@darkirondiesel]

About 125k miles

[@jefferylara5775]

Man I wish I could see how you struggled to get this in tbh.

[@pinktacotuesday4573]

Not looking forward to doing this this weekend 😂

[@alaska-bornfloridaman]

Those 4 flange nuts don't fit snug to metric or sae. WTF?