A couple of weeks ago we were alerted to a probe that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened to investigate reports of 2018-2020 RAM 6.7L diesel trucks stalling without warning, while operating at speeds of 25mph+. This probe has been ongoing since 2019 with full cooperation from Stellantis – formerly known as…
The all-new ECOGARD® XF11776 is a diesel fuel filter assembly designed for use when servicing 2019-2020 Ford Transit Connect Diesel. Use XF11776 to replace Motorcraft KV6Z-9155A.
The all-new ECOGARD® xa11888 is a premium engine air filter designed for use when servicing popular heavy-duty 2019-2022 GM 6.6L diesel trucks. XA11888 is a direct replacement for 84554703.
The all-new ECOGARD S11880 synthetic cartridge oil filter is a direct replacement for the unique new Mopar 68507598AA oil filter, which we introduced with an in-depth overview last month. This new filter is used to service the 3rd generation 3.0L EcoDiesel engines found in the 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator and 2019+ Ram 1500. In the introduction last month, we highlighted the filter’s strange composition and unusual components, such as a new filter cap with every oil change and pre-installed O-rings.
At first glance, the all-new Mopar 68507598AA cartridge oil filter looks like most other cartridge oil filters used in passenger or light-duty vehicles. There’s a filter element, a couple of O-rings and a normal looking plastic oil filter housing cap. That’s pretty much where the similarities with other cartridge filters end. So, what’s different? …and…
The all-new ECOGARD® Synthetic+ S11878 is a must-stock spin-on oil filter designed for use when servicing popular 2020 heavy-duty GM diesel trucks. The S11878 is a direct replacement for OE part number 12684038.
When owning or servicing a diesel vehicle it’s important to recognize how different the engine technology is compared to gasoline-powered vehicles. The differences have a significant impact on the approach to routine diesel engine maintenance such as what oil is used and how frequently filters are changed – especially oil filters, air filters, and fuel…
When a turbodiesel engine experiences power loss or turbo problems, the air-intake and filters will be some of the first components that professional installers will investigate. That fact highlights just how critical air filter maintenance is to keep a turbocharged diesel vehicle running right. What we want to talk about today, is one aspect of…
It’s that time of year again. The trees have lost their leaves, snow falls at the most inopportune times, and below freezing temperatures will soon become the norm. During these cold winter months, it’s extremely common for diesel engines to experience problems starting properly. Unfortunately, it is during this very time we rely on diesel…
The traditional best practice for fuel filter replacement called for 30,000 mile change intervals. It didn’t matter so much if someone was driving a gas or diesel fueled vehicle – the fuel filter had to be watched either way. As automotive technology has evolved and fuel has become cleaner, change intervals have been extended dramatically…