How to calibrate VGT Turbo Actuator DODGE RAM 2500 3500 6.7l HE300VG by AVI Electronics.

[@jacobpowerhouse]

Leaving the bolts loose on the actuator could allow the actuator to move while calibrating

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

You should tighten the bolts before the second step of calibration.

[@renesanchez2310]

Awesome instructions thanks for the tip

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Thank you.

[@patrickjensen9591]

Good video!! Makes me a feel at ease to do this repair

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Thank you!

[@pantachapin986]

Thats was a great video, and well explained. Thank you

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Thank you.

[@ElectroTechSys]

Great Video! helped a ton! keep it up!

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Thank you!

[@franciscohunter4422]

Thanks brother for showing us your knowledge I really appreciate your help

[@Goochieman]

If I replace the whole turbo do I have to do any sort of calibration? If I pay a shop to recalibrate it I might as well just replace the whole thing if I can. And also when you say drain the coolant how did you do that? Like the whole truck coolant system of is there a supply line on the turbo you can take of?

[@lalohernandez6200]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@tacmed2007]

great Video...so I am getting engine codes indicating my actuator is failing. The tech believes that it is electrical as function is intermittent. I am wondering how much of this i can do at home, less not having the snap on computer that you do....any tips?? I was looking to go to pick a part as factory it is 4000.00 for the actuator

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Our company rebuild actuators. These actuators have defective hardware and firmware. You may send us your actuator for rebuild. But anyway you must calibrate your actuator during installation.

[@83Starnes]

How much? Company name?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

AVI Electronics. 312 450 7788

[@eddiebelt8582]

how did you calibrate from what computor did you use

[@jayman6860]

Awesome video. I wish I saw this before doing my first actuator yesterday lol. I was wondering if the gear for these actuators are supposed to spin freely or not?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Thank you. You can turn the actuator's gear manually, but with great effort.

[@jayman6860]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 okay great because I tried moving the new actuator's gear and it barely moved with my finger. Thanks for the great video. It was very well explained 👍

[@pantachapin986]

What happened if you don't calibrate the actuator? Can you take it to someone to just calibrate or does need to be calibrated before driven?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

@@pantachapin986 If you don't calibrate the actuator- it'll not move vanes. Boost control and engine brake will not work properlly. Watch our video about calibration procedure. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGK4cmp8idGpeNE

[@vancekaminski6079]

so do you need to buy a new actuator? or can you recalibrate your old one?

[@christophercarias-estevez5844]

Have the same questions. I thought at first he pulled the old one and installed the new one. But at the end of the video he mentioned he pulled out it out, replaced the gasket, and recalibrate it. Didn't mentioned if he bought a new one.

[@tomfrantz]

good video

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Thank you!

[@carloslara8722]

What is the control arm don't move freely ???

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

In this case, you should remove turbine housing and check the nozzle ring and shroud plate. There you'll see the exact problem.

[@MrBudpln]

Is this something that can be done at home on a laptop? Where would someone get this program?

[@davidshale1836]

I could hear noise in exhaust , like a chatter. It was the actuator. It would chatter and not spin at times. Noticed it with key on and not running . Not sure what it is doing running. Have the 3 codes

[@dominicromero7841]

2017 2500 all stock, I'm on my 3rd actuator. Tow/hauls fine with no problem but at stops/red light the truck would stall. The turbo gets loud and deep then stalls, I can put it in neutral give it a little bit of gas and the truck will clear its self up? Help pls.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Bad delete? Or bad sticky turbo.

[@ashleyeberly9036]

I will be replacing the actuator on my 2008 2500 6.7 shortly. As long as I do not move that little arm, I can just plug and play correct?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

No. You'll have to calibrate a new actuator. You can watch the calibration procedure: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGK4cmp8idGpeNE

[@licknab]

Do you need to drain all of the coolant out of the system? Or do you only drain a small amount prior to removal?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

I'm not sure about the exact amount, I think it's a gallon or so.

[@mahdey]

This is why I buy the cummins unit for 268 dollars, that come with the dowels.

[@johnnyturbo8460]

Fairly easy job is you have a several thousand dollars Snap-on scan tool lol. Genos garage sells a really nice Billet aluminium one that calibrates itself. No need for a calibration tool

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

You can rent our calibration tool for $90. avielcorp.com/calibration-tool-for-rent-cost-of-rent-is-80-and-400-refundable-deposit-copy/

[@johnnyturbo8460]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 hmmmmm, interesting. Thanks for that info

[@pedritoc.c.t.665]

If my ecxaust brake stuck do I need to remplaace the vgt ot just clean it ? My check engine came on and the mufles smogs a lot and seems like a miss fire at 1250 rpm no power . also is there a way tl do it calibrate without that computer it broke on the feel up the mountains

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Looks like your actuator has an intermittent issue.

[@pedritoc.c.t.665]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 Could it be fix . I look online and 992.00 dolaar juat for the atuator .

[@aldotorres6627]

Do I have to recalibrate if I just take it off clean it replace gaskets and put it back on

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

If you are sure that you didn't move the lever and didn't turn on the ignition- calibration is not necessary. Otherwise, you have to calibrate the actuator.

[@harrisonchang2275]

Do you have to drain the coolant? If you don’t how much would you loose?

[@raulpegalvarado9563]

Yes u do and it’s about 5 gallons.

[@justinvenuto7887]

And also what would be the symptoms of a failing gasket on the actuator?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

The coolant goes inside the actuator and damages the electronic board.

[@justinvenuto7887]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 in what way would it effect performance ? Would it effect the rail pressure

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

​@@justinvenuto7887 At first you'll have trouble codes, then actuator will not work at all.

[@JeffRigney]

Sorry for the newbie question but what goes wrong with the actuators? Do they just get gummed up? Can they be cleaned and re-used?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

No, they have defective electronic boards.

[@JeffRigney]

AVI Electronics Corp. Wonder why no recall?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

​@@JeffRigney Jeff, why are you asking me?))) From 2013 they did some changes, but with no luck.

[@coulterburnett6595]

been to the shop twice for the same thing already

[@julianrivera2593]

Did you ever figure out what was the root of your problem ?

[@michaelcichowski1314]

Is the procedure the same for a 2008 6.7 he351ve turbo?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Yes, the procedure is the same.

[@julianrivera2593]

My ram 2500 2014 has a faulty actuator do you still sell these ? Also before installing is it recommended to clean the turbo ? Or should I just get it rebuilt with the new actuator . I’m at about 73k miles . Or just install the actuator ?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

If the lever goes from mark to mark freely- the turbo is good. Anyway, you should clean the surface to avoid leakage of coolant. Yes, we sell reman actuators. 312-450-7788

[@davidsotelo5887]

Que escáner usas

[@nbookie]

What model snap on scan tool did you use? I cant find the option on my versus. Do you have e to buy an expansion pack?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Not sure, we use our own calibration tool. You may have to use the Pro version to do that. Call Snap-On tech support.

[@alexpanella1106]

Also if i take mine off, must i re calibrate it or can i put mine back on with out re calibrating the actuator

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

If you sure that you didn't move the lever and didn't turn on the ignition- calibration is not necessary. Otherwise you have to calibrate the actuator.

[@lblittle1207]

Where do you get the gaskets? Local Chrysler dealer can't find them. Do you have any part numbers?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

We produce silicone gaskets, but they go with our actuators only. Regular rubber gaskets you can find on ebay- there are many offers.

[@David-id4ps]

I have p00af,u010c, and p003A do you think it actuator and turbo or just actuator?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Usually, it's the actuator's problem, but one more reason the turbo has damaged vanes or shroud plate, so vanes don't go all the way to the closed position. Cummins does not have a diagnostic tool for this problem. If you can bring your truck to our office- we'll be able to diagnose the problem. Otherwise, you should remove the actuator and check your turbo first.

[@FirstNameLastName-zn8wl]

AVI Electronics Corp. What’s your diagnostic tool?

[@roscoetippetts8619]

what was your issue ? Jake-brake stop working or leaking coolant ? Great video.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Nothing was wrong. Just for maintenance of actuator. .

[@jeffman454ss]

So how do we get the software to do the calibration? Do you hook it up through the IBDII port? Nothing was mentioned in the video about the most critical link to doing a calibration. Thank you and look forward to your response.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Sorry for the delay. Calibration was done by Snap On scanner thru OBDII. For our customers, we offer our calibration tool for rent. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGK4cmp8idGpeNE

[@fattmouth7715]

You kind of lost me pairing the actuator with the arm. I mean does the actuator have a limited range of motion? Do I have to hit an exact tooth when bolting the actuator to the turbo?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

You don't have to find exact tooth. Just bolt the actuator to the turbo and calibrate it. Actuator's gear does not have limit of motion.

[@fattmouth7715]

The actuator arm itself absolutely has a limited range of motion.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

@@fattmouth7715 Turbo's arm or actuator's gear?

[@fattmouth7715]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 The turbos arm. I've never set one up but I have the software in my computer to do it, that's why I was checking out this video. I'm sure I can figure it out thanks for the information.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

@@fattmouth7715 See our another video how to check a turbo. It's for HE351VE but they are similar. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHvIinlvgJWeZ7M

[@devinschumann6401]

I have a 2014 limited Laramie Longhorn and I have got the p003A code on my scanner a couple times now and noticed my truck taken longer to shift in 5th 6th could this be my actuator?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

P003A trouble code indicates the issue with turbo or actuator. Unfortunately, Cummins does not have any diagnostic to find the problem exactly so you should take the actuator off and check the turbo. If the turbo is sticky- it may be a problem with shifts. If you are local- you can bring your truck to our office and we'll be able to diagnose the issue with our tool.

[@cruzcruz5872]

did you fix the problem on code p003A?

[@eddiebelt8582]

i think everyone should take this to court an fine or sue dodge chrylser let the lawyer do something

[@gregshaefer]

When I try to do this on the same snap on versus mine says “invalid pre-align response from ecu” any answers for that?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Is DEF deleted?

[@gregshaefer]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 yes.

[@gregshaefer]

Girl that answers the phone for you guys is pretty rude btw. I was just trying to ask a question and she asked if I had purchased anything from you guys and I said no and she hung up.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

​@@gregshaefer Our girl is a wonderful office manager. She is very busy and has many calls a day. She is not obligated to answer technical questions, especially since you did not purchase anything from us. We don't have an educational program. And you didn't even answer my question about DEF.

[@gregshaefer]

Yes I did, I said Yes as In yes it’s deleted. I was trying to find out if I need one of your products to pre calibrate it but now I’ll just go somewhere else since you guys don’t have an “education program” and treat potential customers so nicely.

[@julioespino7112]

Are you required to calibrate if you dont mess with small arm leaving everything intact let's say you just replacing gaskets

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

If you are sure that you didn't move the actuator's gear and turbo's lever- calibration is not necessary.

[@QRS365]

do we really need to callibrate the actuator?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Do you mean a new actuator?

[@MythotiK]

Buy one from City Diesel, no need to program it.

[@Momoalv1918]

How much is it for the new gaskets?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Sorry, we don't sell gaskets separately.

[@colinhunter8793]

You need to grease the gears prior to install

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

It's not necessary.

[@paulhetherington3854]

ADZKUACHOR-- This internal isn't, under answers unveiled, by self-- Greek. It's bypassed, as another-- vehicle. Systemic issues-- my dad's Laramie!

[@ddakad68]

How Did u remove the bottom left bolt, I'm stuck on that one

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Drill small hole (2mm or so) in the side of the bolt, then use 5,7-5,8mm drill bit.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

It's common problem. Put some grease on bolts during installation to avoid this problem in a future.

[@ddakad68]

Yevgeniy Bakhtin thanks i got it

[@fixxxer6484]

I snapped inner shape of the bolt today, so I had to remove electric part cover, with 27 5 point socket, then used wise grips, since after cover removal you get some clearance to get on the bolt, I grinded wise grip's top noze a bit so it wont damage exposed gear.

[@ChrisGrunst]

Is it just me or am I confused about this “cleaning process”. You cleaned the mating surfaces of the actuator and turbo how is this going to help? I’m getting Intermittent turbo codes and was thinking about checking the veins and actuator but don’t see how this will help me

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

This video was created to show how to replace the actuator and check the turbo. In your case, some inner electronic components getting bad so you should rebuild or replace the actuator. It's a common problem HE300VG actuators.

[@ChrisGrunst]

AVI Electronics Corp. alright thank you. if I unplug that connector to check the wiring do I have to also re-calibrate it? These damn vgt turbos cool idea horribly executed

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

​@@ChrisGrunst No. You'll have to calibrate the actuator if you take it off of the turbo.

[@ChrisGrunst]

AVI Electronics Corp. alright thank you

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

@@ChrisGrunst You are welcome. But wiring will be fine. Most of all it's the actuator problem. Less- the turbo.

[@kirkeisenla4811]

why did you need new seals?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Because original seals are poor quality and they become flat.

[@mikeetter8108]

Where can I get the 2 seals for the actuator?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

[e-mail]

[@jakehartman710]

Did you drain all the coolant from the truck, or just what came out when you pulled the actuator off?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

You should drain 3-4 gallons of the coolant so that its level is slightly below the actuator to avoid getting the coolant inside the actuator during installation.

[@jayman6860]

I just did my first turbocharger actuator yesterday and instead of draining coolant I just clamped the upper hose with vice grips wrapped up with electrical tape. I only lost a little bit of coolant when I took the actuator off.

[@guskoch5711]

Where could I buy the computer to calibrate it? Any model? Thanks for you help.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

I'm working on it, will be available for sale in several weeks or so.

[@danp129]

AlphaOBD will work from what I've read and it's likely the cheapest option, even if you don't already own an android device or an OBD2 bluetooth adapter. I'd recommend OBDLink MX for the OBD2 reader. I believe the AlphaOBD is around $50. www.cumminsforum.com/forum/4th-gen-non-powertrain/2495873-alphaobd-turbo-actuator-calibration.html

[@justotorres8970]

I'm in the same boat . The part install isn't bad, but I don't want to spend an arm and a leg on a snap on tool for one part.

[@MrBudpln]

Where can I get those gaskets for the actuator?????????????????

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Sorry, but gaskets goes with our rebuilt actuators only.

[@MrBudpln]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 do you know where I can buy them?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

@@MrBudpln $70 OEM Holset gaskets

[@rogelioornelas5776]

How much is the price range for the 2 seals? Thanks in advance!!

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Sorry, but gaskets goes with our rebuilt actuators only.

[@craigsmith4293]

I had mine changed but it showing a 226 code why

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Did you check your turbo? The sector gear should move from mark to mark freely. Also, there may be a problem with the actuator.

[@michoacan91davi]

2:50 put it on and connect it, and leave it off? That’s confusing

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

It means that you shouldn't mount the actuator on the turbine at that moment.

[@michoacan91davi]

AVI Electronics Corp. do you know what program, software is needed? I tried using JPRO, Cummins Insite, neither one was able. Does ram or dodge have a dispute with Cummins over the main computer? We had a snap on HD SCANNER but got stolen.

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

@@michoacan91davi You can rent our calibration tool: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGK4cmp8idGpeNE

[@justinvenuto7887]

Do you have to calibrate if you take off just to change gaskets?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

If you didn't move the lever and didn't turn on the ignition and you able to put the actuator in the same position- that's fine. Otherwise, you have to calibrate the actuator.

[@oscarzamora9647]

AVI Electronics Corp. hello, I have a CEL with code reading P003A Don’t hear the turbo spooling but still has some power on the truck? Any help? My shop Machanic has snap on scanner as well. So will start there and recalibrate actuator. Anything else We should look for while doing this? Thanks

[@sandtautomotive]

Anyone happen to know the torque specs on those 4 bolts?

[@johnbalthaser9978]

26 inch/lbs first torque > 97 inch/lbs final torque. Torque in sequence top right, bottom left, top left, bottom right.

[@ryelundweber8496]

anyone run across the issue of the scan tool constantly saying failed?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Do you have delete?

[@cutonecanada]

Inner fender ! . 4 bolts .!

[@MatthewWilliams-zj3ep]

Nobody in my state has the software to calibrate the actuator. Not even dodge dealerships. I have a 2008 6.7

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

For our customers, we have a calibration tool for rent.

[@davidshale1836]

Same here in my town. Was recommended buy turbo with actuator installed.

[@jessiesoto377]

My check engine is on and has POO3A error code so this is it actuator

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

If you got this code it may be a turbo problem too. You should take the actuator off and check the turbo (see another our video how to check a turbo), then try to calibrate the actuator again.

[@jessiesoto377]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 ok will do thanks for the reply

[@KWOKGB]

Yevgeniy Bakhtin Женя , is it possible collaboration is just off? Or should i buy a new actuator? My code is P00AF

[@KWOKGB]

Yevgeniy Bakhtin thank you in advance

[@David-id4ps]

@@KWOKGB I'm having the same code , did you ever get it fixed?

[@jdeere4430]

How do you know if it’s the actuator or the turbo that’s bad?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Will public a video in a week or so.

[@sakenkazakhstan7611]

I have an error p003a, you can do it for me and how much it costs. tell me the address and I'll come

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

avielcorp.com/

[@sakenkazakhstan7611]

@@avielectronicscorp.1591 I have error p003a Dodge ram 3500 Cummins. 6.7. I live in Las Vegas, what do I need to do?

[@domenicderrigo1227]

u should of told people to drain coolent first now they have coolent in there oil!

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

How coolant may go to oil???

[@davidshale1836]

Ginos gatage says no need to calibrate

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Can you send me a link?

[@prodieselrepair3218]

Geno's carries an actuator made by City Diesel that does not need to be calibrated. All other actuators new or used need to be calibrated once they have been removed.

[@masterful7574]

“...ING” not “...een”

[@craigsmith4293]

Does it have did with not being calibrated right

[@henrygutierrez8363]

Do you have to calibrate if your just changing the gaskets?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

No, if you didn't move the sector gear or actuator's gear.

[@davidsotelo5887]

Que escáner usas

[@atomy.1922]

Why did you need new seals?

[@avielectronicscorp.1591]

Because original seals are poor quality and they become flat.