HOW TO change the SPARK PLUGS and COILS in a 2019 RAM ProMaster Van | EP 4 Summer OFF-GRID HOME.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ส.ค. 2024
- This week’s video is different than our other videos.
During our recent travels, we started having some perplexing issues with Clarity, our RAM ProMaster van. Somewhere near Gettysburg, Matt plugged in his Blue Driver Scan tool and determined that he needed to change the spark plugs and coils.
A search on TH-cam for a video on performing this maintenance proved discouraging. Matt learned enough to get the job done, but it took him a lot of time and frustration. So, we decided that we’d make a How-To video on changing the spark plugs and coils in an effort to help others avoid the experience Matt had.
If you don’t have a Ram Promaster van and don’t care about changing the spark plugs - no worries. Next week we’ll be back with more summer off-grid living, growing a Square Foot Garden, and whatever else happens in our lives.
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This was more helpful than the dozen others I watched (done by mechanics). Thank you very much for making this!
Glad it helped!
I have the Blue Driver scan tool and have found false readings on the Pentastar. 3.6 engine. Be careful relying on it before making any repairs. I used a Foxwell scanner that is designed for the Chrysler engines and found it to be more accurate. Do not let anyone change your oil! The plastic oil filter housing will leak if the cap is over tightened. Inexperienced mechanics will break it and it is expensive to replace. It is also a lot of work to replace it. You are correct about the lack of videos about Promaster maintenance procedures. Nice job with the video.
Thanks John for the info. And I appreciate the compliment on the video.
Good demo. That black round object you were unfamiliar with is oil filter housing. Just an fyi. Thanks
Thanks! Hope it helped. Thanks for identifying the unknown housing.
Im surprised, you should be especially familiar with the oil filter.
Promaster is one of the easiest oil changes to do. The thingy there( filter housing) is just a bit hard to get unscrewed. Loosen it to let oil bleed down for a few minutes, then spin it out and change the cartridge. Use new o-ring every time too.
Do it often and give your engine a fighting chance to last a long time.
Good video btw.
Miss the old days when we didn’t have to remove engine parts to replace plugs. Thank you for this vid, I have a 2019 Promaster and plan to replace my own plugs and not take it to a stealership.
Right on. Save hundreds. Glad it was helpful. One note...If you develop a misfire don't just replace the coil boots and springs like I did in the video. The actual coil module is the little square piece the boot connects to. Not sure why they sold me just the boot when I asked for coils. My issue came right back until I replaced the coil module. We'll find out if it comes back again on the next trip next month. Great journeys ahead for you! Matt
Wow!! Definitely a vital video!!! Thanks for sharing! 😊
You are so welcome! We discovered recently the coil springs and boots didn't solve the problem. It returned on our last trip to the desert so we had to replace the #3 coil module. Hope that takes care of it! So far so good!
Thank you for the video it was very helpful today
Glad it helped you out.
Glad it helped you out.
Great video easy to follow. Appreciate the help and hope all is well!
Glad it helped!
Good video.. but the coil pack is the top part with the wires connected to the wire harness , the part you disconnected that connects to the spark plug is the boot with the spring in it.
Thanks for the info. When Matt asked for the coils at the auto parts store that's what they gave him. It fixed the problem. Thanks for posting a comment. We appreciate it.
Thank you!! You make great videos.
You're welcome! We so glad you like them.
We are very close to getting back on the road after our second van build - in the winter ❄️ ☃️.
thanks for the video, i am recording it. so refreashing to see a good video.
Thanks for your comment. We’re glad it was helpful.
First off: I LOVE the new intro!!
I'm glad you like it. 😊
Life saver! Thank you so much!!!
You're welcome!
Yes the back bracket is giving me fits, I’ll try prying it back with a screw driver, no other videos discuss this.
Yup. That was a pain!
Very helpful. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
nice informative video ! by the way, the small black device that you didnt know what it was, is actually where you change the oil filter. I know , crazy that its on top .
Thanks for the info Tom! Glad you got something from the video!
THANK YOU!!!
You're welcome!
Thanks soo much for this video
You are so welcome!
Did mine. Over a week a few hours a day. Crazy. I took the fresh air intake out. I loosened the bottom studs and pried a bit up top
Good job!
The little thing you tapped on that you didn't what it was is the oil filter housing. 19mm socket to get it off.
Yes! Thank you. Many helpful folks have pointed that out.
5:58 easiest way to do it? 🤣 in ProMasters most of the time it's the ONLY way to do it. 😀 Thank you for the video!, for sharing valuable info!
You're welcome. Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.
50mph vibration that disappears with letting iff gas - CV joints/axles
Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. The issue resolved by replacing the coils.
Your video really helps me feel more confident in doing these repairs. Thanks.
Question: did you replace with iridium plugs?
Glad the video helped! Matt did not replace with iridium plugs. He says that if he had to do it again, he probably would. Hope that helps.
Thank you !
You're welcome!
I have to do this same job on my 2017 promaster in about a week. I too could not find any in depth videos on this. Thanks a bunch for the clear explanation. Btw, did you use mopar plugs or aftermarket? what are your thoughts on this? Thanks again, Mike
Hi Mike. Thanks for the comment and I apologize for the late reply. I was busy getting ready for a river trip then got sick and have been struggling to back up to speed. I elected to replace with the OEM champions that only lasted 60k miles. In hindsight I’m wishing I’d spent double the money on the NGKs. Too late now though. Good luck on the job! Holler if I can help in any other way! Matt
2017 is a lot easier. It doesn't have that stupid bracket on it.
Hey friend! Do you have a photo or diagram that shows where the different cylinders are lined up?
I appreciate your video! Saved me $1,000
Sorry no. Best images I have are the ones in the video. Glad it helped you!
God bless u for this vid sir! I was going to try and do it but not at that level of handy yet. If you had to ballpark it how much do u think a independent mechanic would or should charge for plugs and coils???
Matt thinks it will be close to $1500. Let us know what you find it to cost,
how has been your experience owning the Promaster.....it has a reputation of more maintainance than Transit or Sprinter.......i am thinking at the moment of buying a used one (most probably 2018 to 2022)
We loved the build we did in our Promaster and we didn't find the maintenance to be an issue. We replaced the spark plugs, changed the oil, and didn't have any issues with it during the 4 years we had it.
However, I (Kristina) found it very uncomfortable as a passenger and as a driver.
The Sprinter is incredibly comfortable (2022 4x4 model). We love it!
I wish we had taken all three options for an extensive test drive before we purchased the Promaster. If you can, I would recommend driving them.
Go luck on finding the perfect van for you. If you want to see the build on our Sprinter you'll find the build on our channel.
I do like your van a lot. would you do it again? or would you look to Diesel. like the bigger ford van, or the sprinter.
We love our promaster for the short wheel base and the tight turning radius. The clearance is pretty good. The cost of the Mercedes would be prohibitive for us. For comfort and the all wheel drive, we would consider the Ford Transit, but it has pretty low clearance.
If you'd like to see a little tour of the Ford Transit, we did this mini tour of our friends van: th-cam.com/video/Ws8IZJajDnE/w-d-xo.html.
Have you seen the latest tour of our short-body van? th-cam.com/video/1oSN-JfIvXY/w-d-xo.html
Let us know if that answers your question.
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Will do!
Enjoy your videos. Very informative. I'm driving my new promaster camper over the Mexican border July 15th. Question about the import permit; tried to do it online but it was rejected I think because of the temporary registration on a new vehicle. Do you think I will have better luck at the border with my bill of sale, purchase contract, temporary plates and registration? I know it's a crap shoot but I have read articles that new vehicles are allowed. YOUR THOUGHTS? Aside from that, there are new travel advisories for Tijuana, Rosarito, and Baja. Would you go now?
Sorry but we have nothing to add regarding the vehicle permit except that so much depends on the agent processing the paperwork. I’m guessing the bill of sale with the temporary should work. However the temps usually aren’t for 6 months so they may limit the permit to coincide with the date of the temp? Even that assumes the agent is savvy enough to to get that far. Many ifs in your situation. As for travel advisories I would take them with a grain of salt. However it is good practice to stay clear of border towns and big cities to avoid cartel activity and maximize safety. We still contend that most of Mexico is safer than the US and most people are incredibly friendly and inclusive once clear of the cities.
Oh. In Baja a vehicle permit is not required. So I think the bill of sale should work. Mx Insurance is still required.
That’s your oil filter
Yes. Thank you.
Hello, I search video for question I’ll ask but didn’t see any. How many miles on your van and how reliable has it been for you. Thanks
Welcome. Our van was pretty reliable. Obviously, Matt had to change the spark plugs which was a pain in the butt, but it served us well. We sold it in July with 70kish miles on it. It was a great van, but living in rural Colorado, we felt like we needed an AWD. For most folk, the RAM Promaster would work great.
@@ClarityOffGrid Thanks for reply and keep up the great videos
Thanks. We’ll try.
Did you get any engine codes for this?
Hi Nicholas. Sorry but I deleted the screen shot I took of the codes. Something like 2330? maybe?? Any way, I did learn that the "coils" they sold me were the boots and spring but I should have also replaced the coil module that the boot attaches to. On our last trip I had the same issue and had to replace the #3 coil module. I now carry a spare in the van so if it happens again I'll be ready. I suspect this happened prematurely because one hot muggy day in Puerto Escondido, MX we sat with the engine idling for about 45 minutes while we were trying to figure out our hotel situation. When I finally turned off the van and then tried to restart it I had all kinds of warnings. After it all cooled down I was able to start it normally. We'll keep looking because I thought I sent Kristina the screen shot of the error code to put in the video. If I find it I may put out an update to include all this info.
How do you not know what the oil filter cap is?
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Eric Theory-Who cares?....He just gave vital information on how to remove the plenum on the 3.6 L Pentastar engine that's in a Promaster van! Unlike the 50 other videos showing how to do it in other easy access vehicles! THANKS-Clarity Off-Grid!!!
Great video, America’s auto industry is a joke
Glad it helped