Just want to say I am a diesel mechanic and I’ve also been an instructor for Caterpillar and Volvo Trucks. This video and your knowledge is by far superior to any technical videos I’ve ever seen on TH-cam. Fantastic job! We’ll done! Thank you!
@@MotorCityMechanic Be proud, sir. It makes me proud that you are so professional and explains it so well. I’ve been it diesel for almost 34 years now. Been a great ride! Thanks again
As someone who is tackling this same issue tonight I can not thank you enough for this video. I've watched it several times and feel confident handling this myself.
This is by far the best instructional content/ format not just on TH-cam, but that I have ever been witness to. You are easy to listen to, the volume is perfect, there's no obnoxious intro, no unnecessary information, ALL of the pertinent information was included (down to the smallest yet still very relevant details). The use of visual aids as reference to how the turbo vanes and actuator operate was invaluable. Your reference for the purchase of aftermarket parts was very helpful. You are the metric against which all other channels should be measured. Thank you for being so awesome and keep up the great work.
For real though! It’s so thorough and he really hammers home the “do NOT get coolant on the circuit board!” Seriously though this is going to save me nearly $2000 just in parts. Now i can save on labor too! Such an easy replacement install! Greatly appreciate this video man!
This video saved me $5500. I had $180 dealer inspection (basically a code reader and car wash) tell me that my turbo needed replacing for $6500. I saw this video and bought this part from Genos garage for a 2015 ram 2500 with 180k. The part wasn't in stock but I recieved it in about 6wks or less. I spent 2 hours with the easy install and the check engine light shut off immediately, turbo works better than before. I actually got 29psi on my guage, I don't remember seeing it higher than 25 before. Throttle response is noticeably snappier, no problems after 1k miles, fantastic video and product, thanks Dave!
Awesome, glad it saved you that much. Today being what it is….everything seems to be weeks and months out due to avail. A reman engine in waiting on is 6-10 weeks! Still have another 4-5 to wait
I know you made this video about three years ago. I want to THANK YOU for sharing your knowledge with us. Your video is helping people even after years of posting it. Thank you again!
I have used your videos to fix my door harness change my fluids and all filters oil and fuel and ccv filter flush my radiator and replace with proper fluid clean my egr can and valve change my axle fluid and trans filters ... and i looked down and i wasnt signed up to your channel shame on me ....i am now and i have saved thousands useing your channel thanks you have kept my truck running smooth
Thanks Dave. When we talked a couple months ago you said you wanted to do this video. This helps immensely. For those of you who may be new to Daves videos...when he says he gets emails on repair questions he doesnt just read your emails. He answers them. There has never been a time that I have emailed Dave that I didnt get an answer. He is the real deal folks. He really loves what he does. Also..Genos Garage...if you own a MOPAR they are the place to go. Great prices and fast delivery!
I wish I could say I answer them all these days. I get about 100 emails/comments daily and a lot get missed due to family time and with getting the business going. I try to answer as many as I can but it’s become too many lately. Thanks for the kind words....much appreciated
I can attest to what dusm0518 has said. Dave helped me out through email when I upgraded to tow mirrors on my 16’ 2500. Needed the codes to put in to make the turn signals and stuff work and he came through. Before I emailed him I had taken the truck to a dealership to have them do it, they messed with the truck for 2 hrs and said they couldn’t get it to work and charged me $50.00. After getting the codes from Dave I went to a different dealer and gave them the codes and they had it done in about 20 minutes. Thanks again Dave!
Just a RAM truck owner here and have the actuator codes on my truck, confirmed by the dealer. I did a forum search and found out about the actuator from Geno's Garage and found your video there as well. I want to thank you for the VERY well made and informational video. I've twisted a lot of wrenches in my time but this video made me much more comfortable in tackling this task on my turbo!
Dave, amazing video. I just completed this repair with the actuator from Genos Garage on my 2014 Ram. Works flawlessly and was not too bad to install. I had 4 of those codes you showed and was terrified I was going to have to spend 3000 or more to get it and the turbo changed. Got some notes and advice for anyone following this: I think the hardest part about this is putting the fender liner back in, lol. 1. Do NOT open your actuator box yet! If you break that security sticker, you cannot return it. 2. Follow Daves instructions to the T. This works. 3. Give yourself at least a day to get that wheel off, liner out, then use PB blaster, or Aerokroil or some penetrating fluid. Spray those 4 screws and tap them with a small hammer or hold a short screw driver against them then tap that. I did that about 5 times or more throughout the day before. did it again on the day I changed it. You don't want to take a chance on stripping out the allen screw head. 4. Here is why you DID NOT open that new actuator box. Remove the actuator carefully, and WHILE It is still PLUGGED IN, you should be able to turn your truck to "ON" but do not start! I would think if the actuator is good, it will move its gear full range back and forth. I am not sure on that as I just unplugged it and put the other in (someone can chime in and correct if need be). If it moves, you may have to rethink replacement and ask for advice. If you unplug it, find it good, now you have a 1000.00 paper weight if that original actuator was good. You'll have to have that one calibrated to use again. Or just use the new one anyway and keep the good yet old one as a standby. 5. The instructions with your new actuator are very clear, very easy. If that turbo gear moves easily from line to line, you can replace the actuator. The position of that turbo gear doesn't matter when you mount it. I just left it up against one of the lines and put the new one on. (you'll understand when you see the turbo gear that Dave has you check for movement). 6. Hard to get a torque wrench in there for the 25 inch pounds, I just snugged the new screws in there firm. I did take that 5mm allen bit, wrapped a bit of metal duct tape around it to get some girth to it and used the 5/16 inch ratchet wrench I did have after I got it started. The other 3 are easy money. I am no kind of mechanic, trust me, but as far as changing components out, this is pretty slick. As an aside, I went ahead and changed out the lower Y-pipe connection while I had the tire and liner out. Its the same Y-pipe you can see when you open the hood of your truck and you are looking down on the radiator in front. Ram put in poly or nylon Y-pipes and the upper failed on me a couple of years ago. I bought two of the billet aluminum ones and changed the top one. Did the bottom one on this job. THAT was a pain the ass, but doable. Actuator is easy with this component from Geno's. Dave here is amazing. Just follow his instruction and the one you get with the actuator. 4 or hours or so you will be on the road. I did not even have to clear codes, they just cleared, even one for a downstream Nox sensor. Have a ball gents. Sorry for the windy review.
You are the best. 2015 Ram actuator went out at 48,000 miles. Luckily I purchased the Mopar extended warranty. Hundred dollar deductible to me, but real cost was over three thousand dollars. Now I know I have a do it myself option when it happens after warranty is up. Thanks, much appreciated. Good luck with your business.
This video is as thorough as you are going to need. I had to do this actuator replacement 2 1/2 years ago. I was able to get a New Old Stock original 2007.5 style actuator. Then I had to find a way to calibrate. I purchased a Turbo Control system from Steed Dolan (his channel is here on You Tube) I did all the work without removing the fender liner. This would have been a whole lot easier and less risky than having to do the initial before install calibration and then an after install calibration with power being applied to the actuator for the whole time. There was some serious pucker factor in that sequence. I had tried to find anyone who could do the calibration. It turns out that Dodge had removed that routine from the dealer computers. They could only do full turbo replacement. A quote from a local mechanic was 2000 dollars to install an actuator that I provided. I did a whole lot of You Tube university study to get 100 percent ready to replace the actuator. The OEM Dodge is an assembly of the electronics and the gear housing to only the four bolts needed to be removed and replaced. The total cost for me was $1300 with the purchase of the actuator. I do have a stand alone turbo controller with which I could do a whole lot of control not available in the OEM system.
It just doesn’t get better than this! Very nice video, plain and simple instruction with very good explanation of the fine points. Great job, I am a fan!
I just replaced the actuator on my 2016 2500. Altogether it was a 3 hour job. I consider myself a moderate backyard mechanic and this was a relatively easy job as long as you prepare yourself and pay attention to the tools you will need as stated in this video. Great tip on the ratcheting box end wrench. The only unexpected obstacle was on my Ram, I had to remove the front grill to access the radiator drain plug. I can’t thank you enough for saving me thousands of dollars. Got quick and speedy delivery of the actuator from Geno’s Garage. 👍🏻
Just did my 2016 today! The information in this video was invaluable. Everything you absolutely need to know with No fluff. Excellent job sir! You helped me fall in love with my truck again.
Like a numb nut, I parked in my driveway, head in, with the nose considerably higher than the ass end. I had to break out a siphon pump to clear the coolant line because if the angle. Otherwise, easy peasy Japanesey and I have a new 10” long 1/4” ratchet wrench. I bet I don’t use it til this actuator takes a crap. Thanks again.
David has saved me thousands of dollars. His videos are very detailed and the instructions are so simple to understand. We own a ram 3500 with a 6.7 200,000 miles.
AMAZING tutorial Sir! My 2016 is showing these codes and I need to do this. You're very detailed and I'm sure we all appreciate your dedication to helping us. Great job!
I have watched many videos, but David does an excellent job of both explaining in detail as well as showing a detailed video of how to make the repairs. There's no guess work here, just great instructions.
Pretty sure you helped me with an actuator issue in the past! This is a good option since my local dealer will no sell the actuator separate. Also, Love the how shop is looking man!! Keep it up!
This has to be the most clear and concise instructional video I have seen to date. with exception of installing the actuator he did not cover exactly where the gear needs to be but I can only guess it is in the lower postion where you can line up the holes and he did state calibration was NOT needed and it self calibrates hence location of the gear is probably not important.
Thank you SO MUCH!! Your videos are literally saving me thousands of dollars. I can’t thank you enough. I bought a used 2014 3500 Ram and need to replace the actuator, nox sensor, clean the EGR, and you hit on all those repairs. I can’t believe it. I guess this is very common among these trucks. My local diesel mechanic wanted to charge me 8500 to replace the whole DEF system and replace the whole turbo. I’m so glad I waited and did my own research and finally came across your channel. I do have one question for you. I’m looking for an affordable OBD scanner that can do a forced REGEN and also clear the limp mode for the DEF, do you have any suggestions?
I DID IT ! It took me about 4 hrs on my 2014 ram the hardest part was the bottom left bolt on the actuator , I had to spray that a few times and then put some heat on it , here’s my tip , use a regular 1/4” wrench to break the bottom screws loose , then use the ratchet wrench once you break them free ; I broke my 1/4” ratchet wrench trying to break those free , also I couldn’t find a 5 mm bit in the auto stores , harbor freight had it in a small kit for about $6 What a great video , clear and understandable; man you saved me thousands of dollars ,the dealer wanted about $4800 to do this repair, I can’t thank you enough.
Great video Dave. Something to mention, Just recently, I received notification from FCA that they are now extending the warranty on the factory installed actuators to 15 years or 150,000 miles, I guess because of all the problems I was just getting ready to order the aftermarket one and install it myself, thanks to the precise video you did, but if they are going to cover cost and labor, then I'll let them handle it. Just figured I'd share in case you want to inform people of the change, as a lot of people are having issues with these, and this video is the best place to go.
Man that was a great video!! The camera work and editing were flawless! I think I wanna buy a Dodge with a bad actuator just to go thru the procedures. Kidding
I’m sure there are some out there for sale lol. Thanks Bill for watching and for the comment. Saw your email and your donation...many thanks for that. Have to check out that email and get back to you
This video saved A LOT of aggravation, saved my business, and helped me understand so much!! Thank You for making this video! I'd like to see a video on the Turbo Replacement??? :)
Hands down the best instructional video I have watched, and I have watched many. I have to perform this exact job on my ‘15 Ram 2500 this week. This video has assured me that I can handle this on my own and save some money. You have a new subscriber! Thank you!
@@SouthernGuy27 Thanks for the reply! Diesel shop wants to charge me 6,000 bucks for a turbo I think it's just the actuator. Unfortunately these are on backorder for a while.
I've been researching replacing the turbo actuator on my 15 cummins. This video sets the bar pretty high. Lighting sound and explanation all on point. One of few videos Ive watched from beginning to end. Thanks for putting the time in. Gotta wait for the actuator to arrive now.
Man , you have no idea how much we appreciate your knowledge and your videos. Thank u so much Super useful for those like me that are not able to go to the dealer ship.
Fantastic video. Very professionally done. I have my truck in the shop right now for throwing U010C code along with MAF and EGR. I took the shop the service manual diagnostic procedure since they were apparently just winging it with troubleshooting it. Got them to check the smart power relay. Anyway, they finally said that the codes are being thrown because the actuator is too slow to make it’s sweep during its self-check upon startup. They are wanting to replace the entire turbo which is working just fine. BUT thanks to your video, I know that I can just replace the actuator. Thank you. Thank you!
Replacing the actuator is super easy and anyone can do it. I paid 350 bucks for mine on Amazon, it even came with a plug and play obd II calibration module. My truck is more responsive than it ever was before!
Terrific Video! Just bought a used ‘17 2500 with 68,000 miles on it. Drove 3000 miles and three codes have appeared. Dealer is going to diagnose and we’ll see what they come up with. But at least I have some knowledge to help me keep them honest! Thank you!
Was driving my 2012 to work today. in some point my turbo start making louder noise. Something like cold start on high idle with engine brake on. How do I know that is actuator only? I also don't have any check engine lights....
GREAT VIDEO!!! I got the check engine light after my exhaust brake wouldn’t engage. Ran the code and got the bad news. I watched your video and did some shopping around. I found a remanufactured actuator on eBay with warranty for $350 plus core exchange. I bought 4 gallons of ZEREX and did the work myself. Saved around $1,500 from dealer quote. Thank You Sir
Ah the Delphi version verse the CTS version. The usually problem with the earlier Delphi version is the turbo ring / shaft slow to move or seized and the torque of the motor attempting to overcome it. Overtime it overheats and screws up the over voltage capacitors on the board.
thanks , I changed my actuator with the geno's garage actuator. followed your directions and everything went smooth. No ,ore check engine light and turbo and exhaust break working again. yeehaw
This is an awesome video! Thanks Dave! I would have never attempted this job without seeing this video. It was a success, The truck runs great now. One tip I will share. The lower left bolt, that is blocked by the shock tower, is easier to remove by removing the shock and drilling a 1/2 inch hole through the shock tower revealing the head of the bolt for easy removal. The lower bolts on mine were badly rusted by the leaking coolant. It took some heat and revealing the head of the bolt to remove it.
I know I’m 3 years late but I just got the U010c code and the shop I took it to want to replace turbo and actuator. I’m thinking about trying this myself thanks to your video.
This video is, by far, the best and answered the nagging questions I’ve had regarding the codes I’m getting and the approach to take to work thru the problem. Knowledge is power and Dave served it up on a silver platter!
Great info.....struggling to just replace the actuator or the entire turbo with actuator......disturbed that 2015 has recalls on the actuator and 206 has not. Thanks for a very simple video and explanation. Talked with City Diesel just before watching this video!
Very well explained, I loved the video. I will buy it soon because I already marked those codes. The only thing is that the check engine light suddenly goes away.
Thank you, Dave!!! My buddy has a 2009 Dodge 3500 with the Cummins, and he's been having turbo issues; he's thinking it might be time to replace the actuator. I appreciate you letting people know all the ins-and-outs to replacing the actuators.
Thanks man. Great step by step instructions ! I got quoted almost $4000.00 to remove, replace, and calibrate the turbo actuator on my 2016. This will save me $3K
What issues or symptoms were you having? My codes are different, and my exhaust brake works intermittently. The codes I have are none of the 4 he mentioned in this video.
Duuuude! By far THE BEST walkthrough I’ve ever watched. Thank you so much for taking time to make this. My 2500 just through this code last night and I was freaking out a bit.
Thanks Dave for sharing your video with us. Received my new actuator today for my 2015 Ram. Followed your instructions and the job was a breeze. My truck runs great! Keep up the good work you are doing and I hope you are truly blessed for your time you share with us. Thanks again!!
Wish I knew about this a couple years ago. My actuator went out and ended up being $2k at the dealership. Always appreciate the great videos and awesome info!
City Diesel has the best customer service. I just sent my actuator back to them and they tested it for free. I’m still dealing with an actuator comms loss though. Any videos on chasing electrical issues in the turbo actuator circuit? My loop checks all come back good.
That didn't look so bad. I purchased the actuator and body from Genos garage. I haven't had the chance to install it but thanks to this video I can go into it with a little foresight. Thanks.
Fantastic info! I hope it doesn't come down to me needing to do this, since I had the trifecta of P00AF, P003A and U010C codes trigger last night. Went ahead and cleared them (for now). I'm hoping they'll stay away and that it was just some weird electrical hiccup. Once I cleared it, the truck built boost fine and exhaust brake was working properly again. I was experimenting with SOTF position 3 for a few days prior (never romped on it, just regular driving), so I'm hoping it was just something related to that. Ended up just putting it back to the standard position 1 afterwards and just intend to keep it there. I just want my truck as reliable as possible, so no need to turn it up to hoon. I really hope it doesn't come to this, but I really appreciate your thorough instructions and giving me the confidence that I could do this job myself, if needed. If it ends up being something more significant though like the turbo, I guess the truck will just have to sit for a while until I sell a kidney or something 🤣
First time watching this gentleman, by far the best detailed and direct language to the issue and hand. Great time management with no lost time. Thank you for the great video. Thumbs up and subscribing now!
Man oh Man! You may have saved me big bucks, if I had watched this about a month ago. @ 120K my 2015 , piped, acted up. Took it to my main mechanic, replaced turbo and actuator. May have gotten away with just the actuator. Out to check my coolant level and inspect my “new” parts. Some Beach! Excellent video my friend.
HAD I seen this video a year ago, I would have bough the half shell. I had to tear my turbo apart when the VGT nozzle jammed. But instead I bought the autoenginuity software to program my original actuator. 4000 miles later It is still working fine, no codes, but this half-shell looks easier. It would have been nice to see a startup, what the new actuator half-shell sounds like on key-on (does it sound different than the factory actuator self-test that happens during every key-on condition), and the MIL light, maybe a drive test where we can hear the exhaust brake come on. I assume these half-shells take care of all that and should be maintenance free. You are very detailed and made an excellent video, great job. Great information
2013 Ram 3500 Laramie Longhorn. I have replaced the rear Nox sensor twice, which turns out is one of the first sypmtoms of the turbo actuator failure. Now, low boost and can hear the engine through the exhaust, due to waste gate being open. Thanks for thia vid.
Thanks for the video. I had the U010C code, and following your video was able to remove the actuator and verify the problem was the actuator. While City Diesel has their actuator on backorder, they added me to the queue and called me when one was available. With the new actuator, I have throttle response again!
I don't know where you learned all this but thanks for the videos. I do use genos as they are accurate,reasonable and quick. Your teaching skill is like making dodge for dummies. Easy to follow and detailed.
Wow. Great video. P0046 showed up and I couldn't really find a video on it. 1st time diesel owner. I drive a 2014 Cummins w a 6.7 3500 single axle. 90,000 miles on it.
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Just want to say I am a diesel mechanic and I’ve also been an instructor for Caterpillar and Volvo Trucks. This video and your knowledge is by far superior to any technical videos I’ve ever seen on TH-cam. Fantastic job! We’ll done! Thank you!
Wow…..I’m speechless and feel not worthy. Thank you for the kind words and coming from someone with your credentials….it means a lot.
Have you ever heard an actuator make noise on deceleration? Somewhat like a rattle?
@@MotorCityMechanic Be proud, sir. It makes me proud that you are so professional and explains it so well. I’ve been it diesel for almost 34 years now. Been a great ride! Thanks again
Donated to your channel! Thanks!
@@MotorCityMechanicYes this was a great video. You did very well.
As someone who is tackling this same issue tonight I can not thank you enough for this video. I've watched it several times and feel confident handling this myself.
That actuator dropped the sickest beat
I never realized it until you and someone else mentioned it....played it back and that is one mean beat for sure lol
This is by far the best instructional content/ format not just on TH-cam, but that I have ever been witness to.
You are easy to listen to, the volume is perfect, there's no obnoxious intro, no unnecessary information, ALL of the pertinent information was included (down to the smallest yet still very relevant details). The use of visual aids as reference to how the turbo vanes and actuator operate was invaluable. Your reference for the purchase of aftermarket parts was very helpful. You are the metric against which all other channels should be measured. Thank you for being so awesome and keep up the great work.
Agree 110%. David you are the best!
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Agree with EVERYTHING said here. What an awesome video.
By far, the best video on TH-cam regarding the 6.7 turbo actuator replacement.
Many thanks! That says a lot and I greatly appreciate it
For real though! It’s so thorough and he really hammers home the “do NOT get coolant on the circuit board!” Seriously though this is going to save me nearly $2000 just in parts. Now i can save on labor too! Such an easy replacement install! Greatly appreciate this video man!
@@duece3000gt24 he just saved me a ton. The OEM is on back order and is 1750. Just ordered mine and gonna put it on at my shop.
You sir have the best ram / 6-7 videos. Thank you
It’s what people ask about the most! Glad I could add another to the inventory
This video saved me $5500. I had $180 dealer inspection (basically a code reader and car wash) tell me that my turbo needed replacing for $6500. I saw this video and bought this part from Genos garage for a 2015 ram 2500 with 180k. The part wasn't in stock but I recieved it in about 6wks or less. I spent 2 hours with the easy install and the check engine light shut off immediately, turbo works better than before. I actually got 29psi on my guage, I don't remember seeing it higher than 25 before. Throttle response is noticeably snappier, no problems after 1k miles, fantastic video and product, thanks Dave!
Awesome, glad it saved you that much. Today being what it is….everything seems to be weeks and months out due to avail. A reman engine in waiting on is 6-10 weeks! Still have another 4-5 to wait
How difficult was the install on the 2015. I just threw these codes today.
I know you made this video about three years ago. I want to THANK YOU for sharing your knowledge with us. Your video is helping people even after years of posting it. Thank you again!
Great! No extra talk talk, just the facts, what you need to understand the procedure and options to get it done right.
Thanks John. The feedback is much appreciated
I have used your videos to fix my door harness change my fluids and all filters oil and fuel and ccv filter flush my radiator and replace with proper fluid clean my egr can and valve change my axle fluid and trans filters ... and i looked down and i wasnt signed up to your channel shame on me ....i am now and i have saved thousands useing your channel thanks you have kept my truck running smooth
I am always glad to hear how these videos help both with time and money. Thanks for the feedback
Thanks Dave. When we talked a couple months ago you said you wanted to do this video. This helps immensely. For those of you who may be new to Daves videos...when he says he gets emails on repair questions he doesnt just read your emails. He answers them. There has never been a time that I have emailed Dave that I didnt get an answer. He is the real deal folks. He really loves what he does. Also..Genos Garage...if you own a MOPAR they are the place to go. Great prices and fast delivery!
I wish I could say I answer them all these days. I get about 100 emails/comments daily and a lot get missed due to family time and with getting the business going. I try to answer as many as I can but it’s become too many lately. Thanks for the kind words....much appreciated
I can attest to what dusm0518 has said. Dave helped me out through email when I upgraded to tow mirrors on my 16’ 2500. Needed the codes to put in to make the turn signals and stuff work and he came through. Before I emailed him I had taken the truck to a dealership to have them do it, they messed with the truck for 2 hrs and said they couldn’t get it to work and charged me $50.00. After getting the codes from Dave I went to a different dealer and gave them the codes and they had it done in about 20 minutes. Thanks again Dave!
@@MotorCityMechanic You can only do so much Dave. Stay strong bro, Jim
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Just a RAM truck owner here and have the actuator codes on my truck, confirmed by the dealer. I did a forum search and found out about the actuator from Geno's Garage and found your video there as well. I want to thank you for the VERY well made and informational video. I've twisted a lot of wrenches in my time but this video made me much more comfortable in tackling this task on my turbo!
Dave, amazing video. I just completed this repair with the actuator from Genos Garage on my 2014 Ram. Works flawlessly and was not too bad to install. I had 4 of those codes you showed and was terrified I was going to have to spend 3000 or more to get it and the turbo changed. Got some notes and advice for anyone following this: I think the hardest part about this is putting the fender liner back in, lol. 1. Do NOT open your actuator box yet! If you break that security sticker, you cannot return it. 2. Follow Daves instructions to the T. This works. 3. Give yourself at least a day to get that wheel off, liner out, then use PB blaster, or Aerokroil or some penetrating fluid. Spray those 4 screws and tap them with a small hammer or hold a short screw driver against them then tap that. I did that about 5 times or more throughout the day before. did it again on the day I changed it. You don't want to take a chance on stripping out the allen screw head. 4. Here is why you DID NOT open that new actuator box. Remove the actuator carefully, and WHILE It is still PLUGGED IN, you should be able to turn your truck to "ON" but do not start! I would think if the actuator is good, it will move its gear full range back and forth. I am not sure on that as I just unplugged it and put the other in (someone can chime in and correct if need be). If it moves, you may have to rethink replacement and ask for advice. If you unplug it, find it good, now you have a 1000.00 paper weight if that original actuator was good. You'll have to have that one calibrated to use again. Or just use the new one anyway and keep the good yet old one as a standby. 5. The instructions with your new actuator are very clear, very easy. If that turbo gear moves easily from line to line, you can replace the actuator. The position of that turbo gear doesn't matter when you mount it. I just left it up against one of the lines and put the new one on. (you'll understand when you see the turbo gear that Dave has you check for movement). 6. Hard to get a torque wrench in there for the 25 inch pounds, I just snugged the new screws in there firm. I did take that 5mm allen bit, wrapped a bit of metal duct tape around it to get some girth to it and used the 5/16 inch ratchet wrench I did have after I got it started. The other 3 are easy money. I am no kind of mechanic, trust me, but as far as changing components out, this is pretty slick. As an aside, I went ahead and changed out the lower Y-pipe connection while I had the tire and liner out. Its the same Y-pipe you can see when you open the hood of your truck and you are looking down on the radiator in front. Ram put in poly or nylon Y-pipes and the upper failed on me a couple of years ago. I bought two of the billet aluminum ones and changed the top one. Did the bottom one on this job. THAT was a pain the ass, but doable.
Actuator is easy with this component from Geno's. Dave here is amazing. Just follow his instruction and the one you get with the actuator. 4 or hours or so you will be on the road. I did not even have to clear codes, they just cleared, even one for a downstream Nox sensor. Have a ball gents. Sorry for the windy review.
So I hope I'm not being redundant, but you don't have to recalibrate the new 1?
@GG-bl2vm it self calibrates at each key cycle so nothing needs to be done other installing.
You are the best. 2015 Ram actuator went out at 48,000 miles. Luckily I purchased the Mopar extended warranty. Hundred dollar deductible to me, but real cost was over three thousand dollars. Now I know I have a do it myself option when it happens after warranty is up. Thanks, much appreciated. Good luck with your business.
Dave thanks so much for this tutorial!!!!! You're absolutely an organized top shelf mechanic. You instill confidence.
This video is as thorough as you are going to need. I had to do this actuator replacement 2 1/2 years ago. I was able to get a New Old Stock original 2007.5 style actuator. Then I had to find a way to calibrate. I purchased a Turbo Control system from Steed Dolan (his channel is here on You Tube) I did all the work without removing the fender liner. This would have been a whole lot easier and less risky than having to do the initial before install calibration and then an after install calibration with power being applied to the actuator for the whole time. There was some serious pucker factor in that sequence. I had tried to find anyone who could do the calibration. It turns out that Dodge had removed that routine from the dealer computers. They could only do full turbo replacement. A quote from a local mechanic was 2000 dollars to install an actuator that I provided. I did a whole lot of You Tube university study to get 100 percent ready to replace the actuator. The OEM Dodge is an assembly of the electronics and the gear housing to only the four bolts needed to be removed and replaced. The total cost for me was $1300 with the purchase of the actuator. I do have a stand alone turbo controller with which I could do a whole lot of control not available in the OEM system.
I really like the way David goes step by step --- even dummy's can understand it
Thanks for the kind words!
You’re right , I had no issue understanding ...
Instablaster
It just doesn’t get better than this! Very nice video, plain and simple instruction with very good explanation of the fine points. Great job, I am a fan!
I just replaced the actuator on my 2016 2500. Altogether it was a 3 hour job. I consider myself a moderate backyard mechanic and this was a relatively easy job as long as you prepare yourself and pay attention to the tools you will need as stated in this video. Great tip on the ratcheting box end wrench. The only unexpected obstacle was on my Ram, I had to remove the front grill to access the radiator drain plug. I can’t thank you enough for saving me thousands of dollars. Got quick and speedy delivery of the actuator from Geno’s Garage. 👍🏻
Just did my 2016 today! The information in this video was invaluable. Everything you absolutely need to know with No fluff. Excellent job sir!
You helped me fall in love with my truck again.
Awesome! They all break, knowing how to fix them yourself makes the difference in my opinion
Like a numb nut, I parked in my driveway, head in, with the nose considerably higher than the ass end. I had to break out a siphon pump to clear the coolant line because if the angle. Otherwise, easy peasy Japanesey and I have a new 10” long 1/4” ratchet wrench. I bet I don’t use it til this actuator takes a crap.
Thanks again.
David has saved me thousands of dollars. His videos are very detailed and the instructions are so simple to understand. We own a ram 3500 with a 6.7 200,000 miles.
AMAZING tutorial Sir! My 2016 is showing these codes and I need to do this. You're very detailed and I'm sure we all appreciate your dedication to helping us. Great job!
I have watched many videos, but David does an excellent job of both explaining in detail as well as showing a detailed video of how to make the repairs. There's no guess work here, just great instructions.
Wow….thanks Patrick! It’s always cool to hear feedback like this.
Pretty sure you helped me with an actuator issue in the past! This is a good option since my local dealer will no sell the actuator separate. Also, Love the how shop is looking man!! Keep it up!
Yeah looks like it’s time to buy your parts elsewhere. Much appreciated Kurt!
This has to be the most clear and concise instructional video I have seen to date. with exception of installing the actuator he did not cover exactly where the gear needs to be but I can only guess it is in the lower postion where you can line up the holes and he did state calibration was NOT needed and it self calibrates hence location of the gear is probably not important.
Thank you SO MUCH!! Your videos are literally saving me thousands of dollars. I can’t thank you enough. I bought a used 2014 3500 Ram and need to replace the actuator, nox sensor, clean the EGR, and you hit on all those repairs. I can’t believe it. I guess this is very common among these trucks. My local diesel mechanic wanted to charge me 8500 to replace the whole DEF system and replace the whole turbo. I’m so glad I waited and did my own research and finally came across your channel. I do have one question for you. I’m looking for an affordable OBD scanner that can do a forced REGEN and also clear the limp mode for the DEF, do you have any suggestions?
I DID IT ! It took me about 4 hrs on my 2014 ram the hardest part was the bottom left bolt on the actuator , I had to spray that a few times and then put some heat on it , here’s my tip , use a regular 1/4” wrench to break the bottom screws loose , then use the ratchet wrench once you break them free ; I broke my 1/4” ratchet wrench trying to break those free , also I couldn’t find a 5 mm bit in the auto stores , harbor freight had it in a small kit for about $6
What a great video , clear and understandable; man you saved me thousands of dollars ,the dealer wanted about $4800 to do this repair, I can’t thank you enough.
What are the symptoms of a bad actuator?
@@ViVA-MEXICO-AMLO losing turbo boost
Great video David! Hopefully I don't need an actuator any time soon on mine. But if I do, I'll be going to good ole Geno's.
They are the best place to go to get it for sure. One of the best companies I have ever worked with.
Great video Dave. Something to mention, Just recently, I received notification from FCA that they are now extending the warranty on the factory installed actuators to 15 years or 150,000 miles, I guess because of all the problems I was just getting ready to order the aftermarket one and install it myself, thanks to the precise video you did, but if they are going to cover cost and labor, then I'll let them handle it. Just figured I'd share in case you want to inform people of the change, as a lot of people are having issues with these, and this video is the best place to go.
what's FCA? i have a 2017 ram and i have these same codes....my ram only has 93,000 miles
...great video by the way
Man that was a great video!! The camera work and editing were flawless! I think I wanna buy a Dodge with a bad actuator just to go thru the procedures. Kidding
I’m sure there are some out there for sale lol. Thanks Bill for watching and for the comment. Saw your email and your donation...many thanks for that. Have to check out that email and get back to you
This video saved A LOT of aggravation, saved my business, and helped me understand so much!! Thank You for making this video!
I'd like to see a video on the Turbo Replacement??? :)
Hands down the best instructional video I have watched, and I have watched many. I have to perform this exact job on my ‘15 Ram 2500 this week. This video has assured me that I can handle this on my own and save some money. You have a new subscriber! Thank you!
Did this work for you? I have a 2017 that needs one.
@@fireball7671 yes it did. I replaced the actuator and so far haven’t had any issues.
@@SouthernGuy27 Thanks for the reply! Diesel shop wants to charge me 6,000 bucks for a turbo I think it's just the actuator. Unfortunately these are on backorder for a while.
@@fireball7671 I ordered mine from eBay. You can get a refurb for a fraction of the cost.
@@SouthernGuy27 was it the one you have to calibrate or the one like in the video that you don't have to calibrate?
I've been researching replacing the turbo actuator on my 15 cummins. This video sets the bar pretty high. Lighting sound and explanation all on point. One of few videos Ive watched from beginning to end. Thanks for putting the time in. Gotta wait for the actuator to arrive now.
Thank you David for this extremely informative video. Stay safe👍
Your welcome Daniel! Stay safe as well man!
Man , you have no idea how much we appreciate your knowledge and your videos.
Thank u so much
Super useful for those like me that are not able to go to the dealer ship.
Test 1 has a catchy rhythm. 😂
Once I played it back I was like....how the heck did I not notice that! Coming to a rap song near you!
I was thinking the same thing. It’s almost like that boots and pants commercial.
@@MotorCityMechanic check your instagram messages, I sent you a couple of messages. Please
Fantastic video. Very professionally done. I have my truck in the shop right now for throwing U010C code along with MAF and EGR. I took the shop the service manual diagnostic procedure since they were apparently just winging it with troubleshooting it. Got them to check the smart power relay. Anyway, they finally said that the codes are being thrown because the actuator is too slow to make it’s sweep during its self-check upon startup. They are wanting to replace the entire turbo which is working just fine. BUT thanks to your video, I know that I can just replace the actuator. Thank you. Thank you!
Replacing the actuator is super easy and anyone can do it. I paid 350 bucks for mine on Amazon, it even came with a plug and play obd II calibration module. My truck is more responsive than it ever was before!
EXCELLENT!!! great info, man I wish I lived somewhat close, you would definitely be my go to guy!
Appreciate that vote of confidence Brian!
No doubt!
Terrific Video! Just bought a used ‘17 2500 with 68,000 miles on it. Drove 3000 miles and three codes have appeared. Dealer is going to diagnose and we’ll see what they come up with. But at least I have some knowledge to help me keep them honest! Thank you!
Was driving my 2012 to work today. in some point my turbo start making louder noise. Something like cold start on high idle with engine brake on. How do I know that is actuator only? I also don't have any check engine lights....
Did you figure what the problem was?
GREAT VIDEO!!! I got the check engine light after my exhaust brake wouldn’t engage. Ran the code and got the bad news. I watched your video and did some shopping around. I found a remanufactured actuator on eBay with warranty for $350 plus core exchange. I bought 4 gallons of ZEREX and did the work myself. Saved around $1,500 from dealer quote. Thank You Sir
If you don’t have a security torx, use a chisel and a hammer, and break the center nub off.
Solves 2 problems
I like that option! Lol. Have to try it one day and see how well I can do it
MotorCity Mechanic
Yep done it on a few of them before I bought a set. Easy on the E15 on electronics, even a screw driver breaks em off
By far the best level of detail in a complicated video! Great job!
Many thanks, a lot of work went into that video for sure.
What kinda power tool you used to break those tire lugs?
That was a Milwaukee Tools mid torque impact. Awesome tool!
This is how you make an instructional video. Very well constructed.
Ah the Delphi version verse the CTS version.
The usually problem with the earlier Delphi version is the turbo ring / shaft slow to move or seized and the torque of the motor attempting to overcome it. Overtime it overheats and screws up the over voltage capacitors on the board.
Thanks for that added info David!
Thanks for the video. I replaced the actuator, and it fixed my turbo. No more codes.
Have you seen problems with the actuators on truck with low miles, ie low mileage for a diesel? Say less than 75,000 miles
Mine went on my 2015 with 42k miles!
I’ve got a ‘14 with 85k and just popped the code for it last month.
@@ttengineer404 my 2014 went out at 57000. Talking to others and this seems like a problem.
Seems more on the 2013 and newer. My 2007 went 250,000 before the codes popped up
My 2015 2500 has 540K on the original actuator! Still has all emissions on it too!
thanks , I changed my actuator with the geno's garage actuator. followed your directions and everything went smooth. No ,ore check engine light and turbo and exhaust break working again. yeehaw
This is my first time watching one of your videos. This is the best instruction I have ever seen. Thank you for your help
Many thanks man. This was one of my favorite videos for sure
This is gold! Was a diesel mechanic for a few years and there's nothing like watching someone who really knows there stuff. Vary helpful!
Thank you. I did it! Purchased Actuator with OBD programmer off Amazon. Worked great on my 2014 Ram 3500
Awesome! I saw the aftermarket ones on Amazon and always weary of them or the quality.
This is an awesome video! Thanks Dave! I would have never attempted this job without seeing this video. It was a success, The truck runs great now.
One tip I will share. The lower left bolt, that is blocked by the shock tower, is easier to remove by removing the shock and drilling a 1/2 inch hole through the shock tower revealing the head of the bolt for easy removal. The lower bolts on mine were badly rusted by the leaking coolant. It took some heat and revealing the head of the bolt to remove it.
Wish I would have known about this 2 years ago. It’s would have saved me a lot of money.
I know I’m 3 years late but I just got the U010c code and the shop I took it to want to replace turbo and actuator. I’m thinking about trying this myself thanks to your video.
This video is, by far, the best and answered the nagging questions I’ve had regarding the codes I’m getting and the approach to take to work thru the problem. Knowledge is power and Dave served it up on a silver platter!
This is definitely the best TH-cam channel for Cummins lovers.
Thank you Sir for your job.
Thank you so much.. David .. Automotive student here.. watching from Kuala Lumpur
Great info.....struggling to just replace the actuator or the entire turbo with actuator......disturbed that 2015 has recalls on the actuator and 206 has not. Thanks for a very simple video and explanation. Talked with City Diesel just before watching this video!
Just wanted to sy thank you. I believe you're a true leader. I appreciate you taking the time to help us out.
Thank you for those kind words! Much appreciated
wow somebody who really knows his stuff. thank you very much
Your welcome!
Very well explained, I loved the video. I will buy it soon because I already marked those codes. The only thing is that the check engine light suddenly goes away.
Thank you, Dave!!!
My buddy has a 2009 Dodge 3500 with the Cummins, and he's been having turbo issues; he's thinking it might be time to replace the actuator. I appreciate you letting people know all the ins-and-outs to replacing the actuators.
Thanks man. Great step by step instructions !
I got quoted almost $4000.00 to remove, replace, and calibrate the turbo actuator on my 2016. This will save me $3K
What issues or symptoms were you having? My codes are different, and my exhaust brake works intermittently. The codes I have are none of the 4 he mentioned in this video.
David, you are a great teacher as well a super mechanic. Your videos have helped me countless times! Thank you!!
This is the best garage explanation for doit your do it yourselfers I've ever seen thank you very much keep up the good work.
I love watching your videos, I watch them 2x just so my brain is saturated, then I know what to expect if I need the repairs...
Great video. Already had an actuator replaced before I saw this. I'll remember next time
Duuuude! By far THE BEST walkthrough I’ve ever watched. Thank you so much for taking time to make this. My 2500 just through this code last night and I was freaking out a bit.
Thanks Dave for sharing your video with us. Received my new actuator today for my 2015 Ram. Followed your instructions and the job was a breeze. My truck runs great!
Keep up the good work you are doing and I hope you are truly blessed for your time you share with us. Thanks again!!
What all codes were you getting and did your brake sound weak?
Excellent info. Well stated. After 39 years as a Dodge transmission Tech you are a EXCELLENT INSTRUCTOR. Look forward to watch more videos.
Just wanted so thanks an show my gratitude. Watched the video, ordered the complete actuator kit, and just got it installed. Great video!!!
Thanks Shaun! Glad you enjoyed and thanks for using Geno's. Make sure to subscribe
Extremely well scripted and through, full of details. Thanks
Always enjoy watching your videos..
You help the average guys learn.
Wish I knew about this a couple years ago. My actuator went out and ended up being $2k at the dealership. Always appreciate the great videos and awesome info!
City Diesel has the best customer service. I just sent my actuator back to them and they tested it for free. I’m still dealing with an actuator comms loss though. Any videos on chasing electrical issues in the turbo actuator circuit? My loop checks all come back good.
Thanks for putting shade tree back into shade tree mechanic.. This video will be helpful for many!
I sure hope it does....it’s the main reason I make these videos
That didn't look so bad. I purchased the actuator and body from Genos garage. I haven't had the chance to install it but thanks to this video I can go into it with a little foresight. Thanks.
Fantastic info! I hope it doesn't come down to me needing to do this, since I had the trifecta of P00AF, P003A and U010C codes trigger last night. Went ahead and cleared them (for now). I'm hoping they'll stay away and that it was just some weird electrical hiccup. Once I cleared it, the truck built boost fine and exhaust brake was working properly again. I was experimenting with SOTF position 3 for a few days prior (never romped on it, just regular driving), so I'm hoping it was just something related to that. Ended up just putting it back to the standard position 1 afterwards and just intend to keep it there. I just want my truck as reliable as possible, so no need to turn it up to hoon. I really hope it doesn't come to this, but I really appreciate your thorough instructions and giving me the confidence that I could do this job myself, if needed. If it ends up being something more significant though like the turbo, I guess the truck will just have to sit for a while until I sell a kidney or something 🤣
I’ve done a lot of work on my truck because of your help thanks for paving the way your awesome!!!!!!
Always glad to help when I can and thanks for following the channel.
First time watching this gentleman, by far the best detailed and direct language to the issue and hand. Great time management with no lost time.
Thank you for the great video.
Thumbs up and subscribing now!
MY REVIEW AGAIN, YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE ARE THE TOP OF THE LINE,
THANKS, A BILLION
Excellent video! My actuator wasn't the issue but I watched the whole video because of the production quality. Nice work!
Man oh Man! You may have saved me big bucks, if I had watched this about a month ago. @ 120K my 2015 , piped, acted up. Took it to my main mechanic, replaced turbo and actuator. May have gotten away with just the actuator. Out to check my coolant level and inspect my “new” parts. Some Beach! Excellent video my friend.
Many thanks, make sure to watch the other 440ish videos so that you dont have that happen again in the future lol
It’s a funny little rhythmic beat when it’s testing the actuator
I didn’t realize it until I was editing the video. It’s catchy for sure lol
HAD I seen this video a year ago, I would have bough the half shell. I had to tear my turbo apart when the VGT nozzle jammed. But instead I bought the autoenginuity software to program my original actuator. 4000 miles later It is still working fine, no codes, but this half-shell looks easier. It would have been nice to see a startup, what the new actuator half-shell sounds like on key-on (does it sound different than the factory actuator self-test that happens during every key-on condition), and the MIL light, maybe a drive test where we can hear the exhaust brake come on. I assume these half-shells take care of all that and should be maintenance free. You are very detailed and made an excellent video, great job. Great information
I know this vidjit is 3 years old but lots info
And knowledge
Thanks David
Rhanks for watching. Actually just replaced one of these Friday.
2013 Ram 3500 Laramie Longhorn. I have replaced the rear Nox sensor twice, which turns out is one of the first sypmtoms of the turbo actuator failure. Now, low boost and can hear the engine through the exhaust, due to waste gate being open.
Thanks for thia vid.
Great video with clear explanations. Dealer replacement of actuator is $2300 in Phoenix AZ. The City Actuator is out of stock, 3 - 4 weeks, maybe.
Thank you Sir !
Very good tutorial -
I'd love to have you as my personal mechanic.
Thanks for the video. I had the U010C code, and following your video was able to remove the actuator and verify the problem was the actuator. While City Diesel has their actuator on backorder, they added me to the queue and called me when one was available. With the new actuator, I have throttle response again!
As always, thanks for the awsome info. Clear and concise.
Excellent video. 2016 2500 turbo actuator cost to replace at a dealer today was $3100......ugh
You did a great job and showed some nice footage of different years
I don't know where you learned all this but thanks for the videos. I do use genos as they are accurate,reasonable and quick. Your teaching skill is like making dodge for dummies. Easy to follow and detailed.
Wow. Great video. P0046 showed up and I couldn't really find a video on it. 1st time diesel owner. I drive a 2014 Cummins w a 6.7 3500 single axle. 90,000 miles on it.
Awesome tutorial! Just ordered my City Diesel actuator. I'll be getting into this in a few weeks when the part gets here. Thanks for the great video!
Your welcome and thanks for watching the video Rusty. Make sure to subscribe
After watching this great explanation video 6 months ago I finally need mine replaced. Bummer
This is an excellent video. Thank you very much. So well done and no unnecessary stuff. Nice work sir.
Thanks for the feedback! It’s one of my videos that I like to watch.