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INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS: 10-1021

I NSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Vehicle Application

• YEAR: 2003-2020
• MAKE: Ram/Dodge
• MODEL: Crew, Quad &
• Mega Cab Short Bed (6’4″),
• ENGINE: 5.9L & 6.7L Diesel

Required Tools

• Flathead Screwdriver
• Mallet/Hammer
• 16mm Deep Socket
• Ratchet
• 12″ Driver Extension

Optional Tools

S&B Tanks: Install Instructions: 10-1021

• Vehicle Lift
• Transmission Jack
• Precision Pick

Before You Start

• Please read the entire product guide before proceeding
• Ensure all parts are present.
• If you are missing any parts, please call or text us at (909)-675-1313
• Do not work on your vehicle while the underbody components are hot.
• Make sure the vehicle is in the park or the parking brake is set if you plan on working on the ground. If working on a lift, make sure the vehicle is lifted safely and securely.

Before You Start
Drain your original fuel tank before beginning the S&B Installation process. S&B Tanks recommends removing only an empty or near-empty tank for your safety. We recommend using a siphon or electronic transfer pump.
Disconnect and isolate both of the negative battery cables
Install time: 3-4 hours
If you have 2003, please check the style of your sending unit. If it looks like the one shown in the picture below, you will need a new OEM sending unit(part # Mopar  L143160A) and the S&B return fuel line extension(part # AI-1120).

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
If you have 2003, you may have this style sending unit. If you have this sending unit, you will need to upgrade to the sending unit part # Mopar RL143160A and the S&B return fuel line extension(part # AI-1120)
STEP 1
Loosen the hose clamp on the filler hose. The hose clamp on either the tank inlet or the hose clamp connecting the hose to the metal filler neck can be removed. You can find these hose clamps by following the filler neck down from the bed to the tank.
Flat-head Screwdriver
STEP 2
Loosen the hose clamp on the vent hose. The hose clamp that connects the hose to the tank(#2 in the picture) or the hose clamp that connects the vent hose to the metal vent ube(#1 in the picture) can be loosened.
Flat-head Screwdriver
STEP 3
Disconnect the rear rollover vent tube from the barb plastic piece on the tank.
STEP 4
Release the DEF lines from the bracket on the OEM tank(only on 2013 Ram trucks)
STEP 5
Disconnect the feed line, return line, and electrical connector from the sending unit.
Blue Connector: Pull out the blue slide and depress the button at the base of the connector. Push the connecter gently in, then away from the nipple.
Green Connector: Depress both green sides and pull off the connector
Electrical Connector: Slide out the red tab with a pick or flat-head screwdriver then depress the tab on the connector and slide off.
Precision pick or a flat-head screwdriver
STEP 6
If you are working with the truck on a lifted place a jack is centered under the tank. Remove the OEM fuel tank straps. These are 16mm nuts that hold the straps to the studs. When removing the straps from the frame side, you will need to push the strap up to release the strap from the cradle.

• 16mm Socket 12″
• Extension & Ratchet

STEP 7
After the tank has been dropped. Remove the OEM fuel sending unit locking ring from the tank by hitting the ring counterclockwise. The OEM ring & float won’t be used again.

• Pry Bar
• Mallet

STEP 8
Place the S&B going into the ring groove then drop the sending unit into the tank. The tab on the sending unit should face the arrow on the S&B Tank on 2013 trucks. On  2003-12 trucks the tab will need to be trimmed and should be facing in the direction shown in step 8a When placing the sending unit into the tank, raise the float to the highest position(12 O’Clock) so it can fit into the tank
STEP 8A
The direction the sending unit should be facing on 2003-12 trucks. Be careful to only trim the tab and not the sealing surface on the sending unit flange. The cut we made is shown below
STEP 8B
A small section will need to be taken off the tab on 2003-12 sending units to fit inside the ring on the tank.
STEP 9
Drop in the OEM sending unit into the S&B Tank. The retaining ring included with the tank will be used
STEP 10
Place the included locking ring over the sending unit flange. First, by pressing down on the ring, get the ring started under the teeth on the tank. Once started, hit the ring clockwise until it passes under the indentation on tank teeth
STEP 11
Ensure the locking ring is fully rotated until the rib on the OEM locking ring(point A) is passed the indentation on the S&B receiving ring(point B).
STEP 12
Poke a small hole in the rubber cap covering the filler spout on the S&B Tank, block off the openings in the tank with electrical tape or cover with fingers, spray the sending unit ring area with soapy water, and pressure test the tank to make sure the ring was properly seated and there are no leaks in the tank.

• Compressed Air
• Air gun tool

STEP 13
Transfer over the fill hose and put in onto the S&B Tank. Take the vent hose clamp from the OEMtank and reuse this hose clamp with the S&B vent line.
STEP 14
Lift the tank up into position making sure the vent and fill hose goes over the frame. Then install the front and rear straps. The strap bend on the frame side will need to be straightened out to be able to get the strap hooks into the frame. Push the strap hole through the stud on the driveline side and get the nut started. If the fill and vent lines are over the frame and the electrical connectors are free you fasten the nuts onto the studs.
STEP 14B
Tighten the OEM nut to the stud and double-check to make sure it is secure(45 ft. lbs).
STEP 15
Reconnect the feed line, return line, and electrical connector. Make sure the connectors are locked. To make sure they are locked, gently pull on the connectors to make sure they don’t come off and are locked in.
STEP 15B
If the electrical connector is not long enough, install the included S&B electrical connector.
STEP 16
Reinstall the rollover vent line onto the rear 5/16″ barb
STEP 17
Reinstall the hose clamps on the fill and vent lines. Once these are connected, you are ready to put fuel in the tank. Please read the final checklist below to make sure everything was accounted for FINAL CHECKLIST
This final checklist is very important.

1 Make sure all nuts are safely fastened and torqued.

2 Ensure there is proper driveshaft clearance.

3 Double check fuel line connections, the electrical connection as well as

the vent and fill lines.

4 Lastly, fill the tank full and check for any leaks.

If you have any questions, call or text us at 909.675.1313

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