it takes 2 or 3 days for all the "drive cycle" data to be monitored and recorded. then you'll know.

 

My p0445 came back as a p0442. So I checked the hoses and found a small slit so I replaced the connector and cleared the code. Gunna give it a couple days to see if that was it.. If not than its back to the drawing board with a code of P0442

 

Hello Everyone,


Ive been searching for an answer to this question and cant seem to find an answer. If any of you could point me in the proper direction I would be grateful.


I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Magnum V8. We have run the gamete with replacing evap hoses. Its been an ongoing problem. The check engine light went on a few days after the truck passed emissions. We replaced the gas cap. The light went off for a few days and went back on. Finally took it to the dealer for a smoke test. Came back as a gasket on the gas tank is shot. It is not replaceable. We need a new gas tank.


Before a grand is handed over for a new gas tank on a truck with less than 50,000 that's been garaged Id like to have so opinions from people who know.


You guys seem to know so here I am.


Any replies are appreciated. Thanks in advance.

 

Not replaceable? Say what?? I am real curious just which gasket that is. Only ones I am aware of are in the fuel pump module, and the gasket that seals the module to the tank. ALL of which are replaceable.

 

Thanks Hey You.


Im going to speak with them and ask what gasket. The message was left for me. It was a its a gasket on the tank itself. Its not replaceable. The tank needs to be replaced.


The hoses on the truck have been a problem and several have been replaced over time. This time its over the top.


When I speak to the mechanic I want to ask as many questions as possible. I have no clue what he is speaking about. Ive tried to research the diagrams of the tank itself or any problems people have had with the tank itself and cant seem to find anything. I don't wanna speak to him and not have some type of base of knowledge for the discussion.

 

You can grab the 01 service manual from here. On page 14-21, there is a nice pic of the fuel tank, and it's connections. Seems there are possibly two roll-over valves on the tank. (depending on which tank you have....) I can't find them in the IPL..... but, that doesn't mean they aren't there.... it IS possible that those are only serviced with a complete tank. (and, there IS a hose that is serviced only with the tank. Don't know if it is for the roll-over valves, but, in the diagram, that would be a reasonable guess.)

 

You have no idea how much I appreciate this. I sincerely do. I needed a starting point so I know what the mechanic is speaking about and now I have one.


Im going to speak with him. Im going to be amazed that a whole tank will be needed for a repair of this nature. Im mean come on. The truck has less than 50,000 miles on it. One owner and garaged. Ive used the old truck in the snow because I didn't want this one to rust. I love the truck.


Ah well, so it goes. Thing is if its needed I cant do much about it. But gaining some knowledge along the way is always a benefit. Plus not acting clueless counts bigtime.


Now that I have a base to start from Im going to research the hell out of this and call him back and listen. I wanna see the tank when its dropped. For a grand, convince me. lol


As soon as I find out what part is the problem Ill get back to you.


Again Hey You, I appreciate your help.


Great site you have here!


Edit
Plastic tank. Rust isn't a factor. Ill be quiet now. lol

 

May want to consider getting a used tank as well..... I doubt the dealer will install it, but, if you get most of the gas out of yours, they aren't that much of an ordeal to change in the driveway. (and a heck of a lot cheaper. )

Welcome to DF!

 

Your first mistake was taking it to the dealer....they'll rip you off every chance they get and will also charge a higher rate for labor than most other shops. And their "labor" is no better than the regular mechanics.

It's easier to lift the bed up and slide it back to gain access to the tank. No messing with straps or trying to blindly disconnect hoses. I've had my fuel pump out twice and both times just got my dad to help me pick the bed up and rest it on the rear tires.

 

Thank you for the welcome.
It's already comfortable here.


It's the check valve. It deteriorated and its part of the tank.


I just looked up the check valve on the gas tank and read about it being a problem.
I don't want to link the article as Im not sure that is proper on this site.


It reads as though they have had limited problems with the check valve failing. It was first noticed in 2001 and it said tens of thousands of owners footed the bill for new tanks.


I have no idea. First I ever read about it and believe me, Im gonna research it to death now. lol


I have to figure out what I owe the dealer to date and how much out the door. If its less expensive to go somewhere else at this point, that's what Ill do.


Well good side of this is at least I wasn't driving down the street with fireball trail behind me.
Whats that in the rear view?