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Diesel exhaust smell in the cabin

Old Apr 6, 2011 | 01:39 PM
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Hi All:

I just bought a new 2011 Ram 2500 with a Cummins. It now has 800 miles on it and I really like it so far, but I have a question for the experts, since this is my first diesel.

On occasion, I smell a slight scent of exhaust coming through the cabin vents when I come to a stop. It is not strong but clearly noticeable. When I lift the hood, it seems to be coming from the turbo side of the motor. A few minutes more of driving and the exhaust smell seems to be gone.

I have read you can get this smell during the a regen cycle, but it would seem strange to me that diesel smell should be entering the cabin at anytime, but maybe I am wrong.

Can someone please give me some guidance before I go back to the dealer?

thanks in advance
 
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:05 PM
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my 04 does the same thing..... not sure why..
 
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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 10:19 PM
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My new 2500 does same. It does not happen if I am freeway driving and past the regen cycle. But it's enough to generate a bad taste in my mouth for hours after!!!

Come on Dodge do something about this!!
 
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Old Jun 9, 2011 | 03:51 PM
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I couldnt tell you if mine does it i usually ride with the widows down most the time
 
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