The 2021 Dodge Ram 3500 pickup truck doesn’t have an external fuel filter—instead, this truck’s fuel filter is part of the fuel pump assembly.
The 2021 Dodge Ram is a gargantuan work truck—but even a rig like this has needs. It's important to know as much as you can about your Dodge Ram 3500 to keep it in tip-top shape—and that means staying on top of its maintenance needs.
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. Where is the fuel filter on a 2021 Dodge Ram 3500?
No matter the car, truck, or SUV you own, the fuel filter will always be located somewhere between the fuel tank opening and the engine. The filter protects the engine from any contaminants and/or debris contained within the fuel. In the 2021 Dodge Ram 3500, the fuel filter, along with the fuel sending unit, is located in the fuel pump assembly.
The filter is a key part of the fuel pump assembly, as it removes any undesirable materials from your fuel before they can get in your truck’s fuel injectors. The fuel filter is part and parcel of the fuel assembly housing, which includes the fuel sending unit, the fuel pressure regulator, and the filter.
If there’s a problem with your fuel filter, that means there are likely contaminants in your fuel pump or that the pump itself is faulty. Instead of replacing just the filter, you’ll likely have to service the entire pump assembly.
Signs of a clogged fuel filter
If your truck is acting up, your fuel filter could be the problem. Here are some telltale signs that your fuel filter (and fuel pump assembly, by extension) is acting up and might need to be replaced:
Difficulty starting your truck
Loud sounds from the fuel pump
Engine misfires, sputtering, or rough idling
Exhaust emits strong odors
A faulty fuel filter can also lower your Ram 3500’s fuel efficiency, increase the emissions coming from your truck, and reduce overall performance.
2021 Dodge Ram 3500 fuel pump replacement
Unfortunately, if you have to replace your Ram’s fuel filter, you’ll have to replace the entire pump. Why? Because there’s no inline fuel filter on the Ram that could be individually replaced.
A new fuel pump
that includes a new filter will typically cost between $580 to $670 for a 2021 Dodge Ram 3500, including both parts and labor. You can go to the repair shop of your choice to get this work done, but it's better to go to your Ram dealership to make sure the work is done correctly. You can even do this work yourself, so long as you know your way around your Ram and its components. Otherwise, get a professional to replace the fuel pump.
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