4.7 Fuel Pressure sensor

[Wild one]

I addressed that In the first paragraph of post #8.

Ram/Mopar sucks, really really bad about keeping track of parts interchangeability between years/models/engines.

Specifically anecdotal but first hand info. My electronic power steering rack **** the bed. ALL of the Mopar parts retailers said the part# that fits my truck was discontinued permanently. unavailable.

I called several dealerships and they all said that it couldn't be replaced. Rairdon Dodge in Bellingham suggested I part it out and sell it, and they'd give me a "great deal" on a new truck!

BUT, O'Reilly Auto parts showed their unavailable, discontinued, remanufactured Dorman rack as fitting ALL Rams from 2013 up to the 2019 and all the newer Ram classic DS models. I called O'Reilly up to regional manager level, but they said th couldn't get them anymore, period!

Do, I took a chance and spent 2000$ on a new one from Mopar parts giant.com, that the website said "doesn't fit your truck".

It went in plug-n-play and had been working perfectly for 5 months so far. My trucks computer recognized it instantly and initiated it automatically.

My hats off to you Ken,you did all the hard work for him,but it doesn't seem to have sunk in .
I'm waiting to see his excuse ,as it should be entertaining

 

[Wild one]

Yipping and yelling??? Wow, some real intelligence in here. Actually, I have ordered from Napa, Amazon, Ebay. None work for the 4.7 engine. Or did you miss the part where I stated that NO aftermarket part exsists? The fuel rail fitting is a different size for the 4.7 than the 5.7. The ebay listings are wrong, trust me ive tried several. Maybe instead of insulting people you could try offering sone intelligent information? And if you have none, then move along.

Then adapt the fuel rail fitting to work.You didn't even buy one did you,otherwise you'd have figured it out by now.
I'd lay odds if you cut the ends off,and used some high pressure hose to reconnect things,you'd be on your way. You're not the only one who's had issues with the sensor,but you're the only one who hasn't figured out a work around,instead you get on here whining and yelling instead of actually coming up with a work around. Put your brain to work instead of your mouth,and i bet you'll be able to figure something out.Hell it's only a sensor in a line,it's not rocket science to look at it,and figure something out Let me guess you're under 30,and you're buggered with out a video showing you how to think

 

[Steve77]

I more than appreciate Kens research. And I ordered five different parts hoping that one would interchange. None work. Which is why 3 months later the problem still exists. I simply stated that it is irresponsible at best for a major auto maker to stop making parts without first making sure they are available on the aftermarket. What is wrong about that statement?

 

[Wild one]

I more than appreciate Kens research. And I ordered five different parts hoping that one would interchange. None work. Which is why 3 months later the problem still exists. I simply stated that it is irresponsible at best for a major auto maker to stop making parts without first making sure they are available on the aftermarket. What is wrong about that statement?

Yea like that's gonna happen,not sure what world you live in,but you should wake up and smell the coffee.The amount of time you've spent on here yelling,you should have been able to figure something out.
3 months and you haven't figured anything out yet,isn't saying much for your abilities

 

[Steve77]

Wow, what an idiot. Do you even read these posts?? Actually there are quite a few people looking for an answer to this problem. Do you simply cruise these forums looking for somewhere to interject your opinions? You sound like a millennial that crawled out of moms basement long enough to show the bad man on the internet who is smarter. Like I said, if you have nothing to add other than "you should just rig something up" then move along. Is that simple enough to understand?

 

[Wild one]

Wow, what an idiot. Do you even read these posts?? Actually there are quite a few people looking for an answer to this problem. Do you simply cruise these forums looking for somewhere to interject your opinions? You sound like a millennial that crawled out of moms basement long enough to show the bad man on the internet who is smarter. Like I said, if you have nothing to add other than "you should just rig something up" then move along. Is that simple enough to understand?

I see more posts with guys who have adapted and figured out a way around the issue,you're the only one who seems to have an issue with figuring out a work around.
You strike me as the type who needs a video and somebody to hold their hand more then anything kid.
I'm out as you're not worth the time to try to get you to actually think about your problem and figure out how to fix it.BTW the sensor doesn't affect how the truck runs,either figure out how to fix it,or learn to live with the light.

 

[Ken226]

I more than appreciate Kens research. And I ordered five different parts hoping that one would interchange. None work. Which is why 3 months later the problem still exists. I simply stated that it is irresponsible at best for a major auto maker to stop making parts without first making sure they are available on the aftermarket. What is wrong about that statement?

do you have a picture of the old part? Or perhaps a part number from off of the part itself?

 

[Ken226]

Wow, what an idiot. Do you even read these posts?? Actually there are quite a few people looking for an answer to this problem. Do you simply cruise these forums looking for somewhere to interject your opinions? You sound like a millennial that crawled out of moms basement long enough to show the bad man on the internet who is smarter. Like I said, if you have nothing to add other than "you should just rig something up" then move along. Is that simple enough to understand?

It appears that there was a design change, and the later revision of the part requires a little more work to get it to work. Here is a video of someone doing the mod.

P018C / P018D 2016 RAM 1500 - Fuel Pressure Sensor Swap *Read Description*

***Update*** (7/19/23)So before you do this. I just had to redo this job on another 2018 RAM 1500 and was able to find an aftermarket option that’s been work...

www.youtube.com

Also, the guy in the youtube video claims that this aftermarket one is plug and play. Maybe compare the pic of this one to the old one from your truck?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PVJTWFR/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_TQ0R04GDGGJ6N8698Z2Q?linkCode=ml1&tag=mjaltairy-20

 

[Steve77]

Ken, the part # for the original mopar sensor is 68210330AA. According to Mopar, this sensor was discontinued and Part # 68597761AA took its place. However, it was discontinued as well. I have ordered several sensors that say they interchange with 68210332AA but they don't fit the fuel rail fitting. I'm simply trying to exhaust all options before modifying a part that if it fails can result in a fire. And thank you for the research you have done. I did order the one you suggested, it just didnt fit.

 

[Ken226]

Ken, the part # for the original mopar sensor is 68210330AA. According to Mopar, this sensor was discontinued and Part # 68597761AA took its place. However, it was discontinued as well. I have ordered several sensors that say they interchange with 68210332AA but they don't fit the fuel rail fitting. I'm simply trying to exhaust all options before modifying a part that if it fails can result in a fire. And thank you for the research you have done. I did order the one you suggested, it just didnt fit.

If you don't want to modify one of the aftermarket or currently available OEM solutions with the wire kit like in the video above, these two place seem to have the original available.

Maybe. It can't hurt to try ordering and see what happens.


Perhaps this one:

68210330AA - Pressure Sensor And Tube 2013 Ram 1500 | Detroit Mopar Parts

Order Your OEM Pressure Sensor And Tube (68210330aa) For Your 2013 Ram 1500 Vehicle At A Discount Price With Nationwide Delivery!

www.detroitmopar.com

Or this one:

68210330AA - Pressure Sensor And Tube 2013 Ram 1500 | Mopar-Direct

Have Your OEM Pressure Sensor And Tube #68210330aa Delivered Right To Your Home! Guaranteed Fitment For Your 2013 Ram 1500 Vehicle!

www.mopar-direct.com

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[Wild one]

Ken, the part # for the original mopar sensor is 68210330AA. According to Mopar, this sensor was discontinued and Part # 68597761AA took its place. However, it was discontinued as well. I have ordered several sensors that say they interchange with 68210332AA but they don't fit the fuel rail fitting. I'm simply trying to exhaust all options before modifying a part that if it fails can result in a fire. And thank you for the research you have done. I did order the one you suggested, it just didnt fit.

You're going about it wrong then,as the fuel rail adapter is the same between a 4.7 and 5.7.If it fits a 5.7 it fits a 4.7.
I know of one guy who put a 5.7 nitrous kit on a 4.7 and the 5.7 fuel rail adapter fit his 4.7 fuel rail.
I can't see Chrysler using a differant fuel rail adapter between the 2 engines.
Check out the fitments.

Nitrous Outlet 3/8" Inline Fuel Adapter Kit - Straight

Machined Billet Aluminum Fits Between Factory Fuel Rail and Fuel Line Additional 1/8 NPT Accessory Port All Fittings, Hardware, and O-Ring Included Anodized Black and Laser Etched Fuel Line Adapter:Nitrous Outlet's all new fuel adapters are designed to connect to any 3/8" fuel line and allows...

nitrousoutlet.com

 

[Steve77]

The electrical connection isn't what needs to be altered. The aftermarket sensor electrical connection plugs in correctly. The fuel line fitting on the fuel rail end is to big, which means it would have to be cut off and replaced with a smaller fitting. The mopar sites that you listed show that they have the part, but when you contact them, they say its discontinued. Believe me, ive tried. I really do appreciate you taking your time to try to help.

 

[Ken226]

The electrical connection isn't what needs to be altered. The aftermarket sensor electrical connection plugs in correctly. The fuel line fitting on the fuel rail end is to big, which means it would have to be cut off and replaced with a smaller fitting. The mopar sites that you listed show that they have the part, but when you contact them, they say its discontinued. Believe me, ive tried. I really do appreciate you taking your time to try to help.

Did you happen to spot this post in the other thread?

2013 Ram 4.7 Fuel Pressure Sensor

My employee has a 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 4.7. About 8 months ago he was told the fuel pressure sensor was bad and needed to be replaced. He ordered one from a local dealership, and I loaned him one of my trucks. The part is still not available as of 1/25/2023. I spoke with parts at dealership and...

www.ramforum.com

Something like this may end up being your only option.

 

[Steve77]

Thats sounds like what I'll have to try. Or just get used to that darn check engine light. It would be a much easier decision if it wasn't located right above hot exhaust components. Thanks Ken for all of your suggestions, it at least gives me something to try.

 

[Wild one]

Thats sounds like what I'll have to try. Or just get used to that darn check engine light. It would be a much easier decision if it wasn't located right above hot exhaust components. Thanks Ken for all of your suggestions, it at least gives me something to try.

There is another fix ( if there is a differance in the fuel rail fittings ),and that's find a used 5.7 rail and have it's end cut off and tig welded to your 4.7 rail after you cut the original fuel rail adapter off.Any decent tig welder will be able to weld a 5.7's fitting to your rail.That's another way to fix the mismatch if you don't want to cut the plastic hardline and swap your 4.7's end onto it

 

[JUSTAWOMEN]

Hey guys, I'm looking for some advice. I have a 2013 RAM 1500 with 4.7 V8. I had a check engine light and it has been determined that the fuel pressure sensor is bad. Sounded like a simple fix until I called the local dealership and found out that Mopar no longer makes the part. Yes, apparantly they just said screw you to all of us who have trucks that arent brand new. I called Ram customer service, only to be told to "check the local junk yards" because the part was discontinued. I haven't been able to find an aftermarket supplier either. I guess my question is, has anyone else here had this same experience? And did you find an aftermarket sensor? Or am I doomed to now drive a truck with only 70,000 miles on it with the check engine light on. I can't believe a manufacturer would quit making parts for their vehicles without first making sure there is an aftermarket option. I have bought my last Ram / Dodge product.

 

[JUSTAWOMEN]

So quick note I have the same vehicle. The 2013 ram 1500 4.7 right now I do have it running. Still looking for the original part but this is what we ended up doing. We ended up cutting the red tip off and mounting it to the new sensor. Pictures enclosed. This is the only code that I'm getting right now. Which is telling The computer is diagnostic it and hopefully it turns out. I'm still looking for the original part at a junkyard. Anywhere in the United States but for right now it is running. Seeing the fact that nobody answers back of any idea how to fix their vehicle. ng seems to be running okay. Check engine light went out but I do have it coming on here and there. I have got a lot of miles on it yet. The code that it throws when the check engine light comes on is

 

[JUSTAWOMEN]

Just wanted to post a quick update. Ram care is completely incompetent and useless. Their answer to me is to find one at a junk yard. My truck has 75,000 miles and the fuel pressure sensor is bad, what are the odds of finding a good one in a junk yard? I would say about 0%. Ram has apparantly stopped making these parts without first making sure that they are available in the aftermarket. This majorly irresponsible for a major auto maker. Between the horrible customer service and complete incompetence, I have purchased my last Ram product.

I know you're frustrated. I'm doing the same exact thing. Same vehicle ram 15 00 2013 4.7 tradesman flex. This is what I did attached pictures. I ended up buying one from Amazon when I did hook it up. It sprayed gas everywhere where the red clip is supposed to attach. But the vehicle did turn over but ran rough. Took the new one. Cut off the blue tip. Took the old one cut off the red clip. Mounted the red clip onto the blue one. Put it on the vehicle. It is running. It is only throwing one code right now which is the code that says the computer is checking the system. I'm still in testing mode. This has only been a week right now it is holding. But I'm still looking in junk yards for the real part pictures. Picture one is finished. Product, picture two was my sensor versus the new sensor. We cut off the red clamp cut off the blue on the new. We heated up the tubing on the new shoved the old clamp into it and for extra measure we put the pipe clamp on it. Vehicle started right up vehicles running. I've only been doing short runs like one to two a day and a large circle around my neighborhood which is a 13 mile. It starts up it runs it's doing it. It's not overheating not throwing any other sensors but the one
P1DBD

 

[Ken226]

Did you clear the codes before test driving it, or is the code from before you replaced the part?

Btw,

I use the same work shoes when I'm out doing mechanical work.

 

[Sherman Bird]

I more than appreciate Kens research. And I ordered five different parts hoping that one would interchange. None work. Which is why 3 months later the problem still exists. I simply stated that it is irresponsible at best for a major auto maker to stop making parts without first making sure they are available on the aftermarket. What is wrong about that statement?

Because the tail can't wag the dog!