DODGE 3.0L RAM 1500 ECODIESEL INSTALLATION GUIDE
Insane Diesel Installation Guide
Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel 3.0L Bypass Oil Filter Kit Installation Guide
Before You Choose Your Installation Path
This guide is for the Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel 3.0L Bypass Oil Filter Kit.
2014–2019 Ram 1500: earlier-generation 3.0L EcoDiesel V6.
2020–2023 Ram 1500: newer-generation 3.0L EcoDiesel V6.
Filter housing color does not affect installation. Before installing, identify the model year group, pressure port option, and mounting bracket option selected for the kit.
Installation Overview
Do not open labeled parts bags until instructed. Keep all labeled parts bags until installation is complete.
| Vehicle / Engine | Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel 3.0L |
|---|---|
| Year Groups | 2014–2019: earlier-generation 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 / 2020–2023: newer-generation 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 |
| Estimated Install Time | 3–4 hours |
| Skill Level | Intermediate |
| Pressure Port Options | 2014–2019 with Filter Cap / 2020–2023 with Filter Cap / 2014–2019 with Tee Fitting / 2020–2023 with Tee Fitting |
| Mounting Options | Under-the-Hood Bracket / Suspension Mount Bracket |
| Oil Return Location | Oil filler cap return using the supplied oil filler cap assembly and AN06-02MS90 return fitting |
| Supplied Hose | 9 ft continuous hose. Hose ships uncut and should be measured and cut based on the selected mounting location and complete pressure and return hose routing. |
| Additional Oil Capacity | 1–2 quarts. Verify engine oil level after installation and add oil as necessary. |
Before You Begin
- Verify all supplied kit components are present before beginning installation.
- Identify whether the truck is a 2014–2019 application or a 2020–2023 application.
- Identify whether the kit uses the Filter Cap Pressure Port option or Tee Fitting Pressure Port option.
- Identify whether the kit uses the Under-the-Hood Bracket or Suspension Mount Bracket.
- Verify the supplied oil filler cap, O-ring, return fitting, pressure-port components, hose, filter housing, and selected mounting bracket are correct for the chosen configuration.
- Verify the bypass filter housing contains the filter element, lid O-ring, lid bolt washer O-ring, and all required sealing components.
- Read the entire installation guide before beginning.
- Review the reference photos and installation video before beginning.
- Park the vehicle on a level surface.
- Allow the engine to cool before servicing oil-system components.
Recommended Maintenance
Insane Diesel recommends installing your bypass oil filtration system during a scheduled engine oil and filter change whenever practical. Starting with fresh engine oil and a new full-flow oil filter helps maximize the performance and service life of your bypass filtration system.
For maximum engine protection, Insane Diesel recommends Lorenzo's Oil™ premium engine oil. To further improve fuel system cleanliness, injector performance, combustion efficiency, and overall engine performance, we also recommend Lorenzo's Oil™ Fuel Additive as part of your regular maintenance routine.
To learn more about Lorenzo's Oil™ and Lorenzo's Oil™ Fuel Additive, visit www.insanediesel.com.
Required Tools
- Basic mechanic tool set.
- Inch-pound torque wrench.
- Foot-pound torque wrench.
- Crow's feet.
- Hose cutting tool or equivalent.
- High-quality thread sealant for verified NPT fittings.
- Blue medium-strength threadlocker for mounting bolts, where applicable.
- Zip ties or clamps for hose routing and securing.
- Cutting and trimming tools for the Under-the-Hood Bracket option, where required.
- Drill for the Under-the-Hood Bracket installation, where drilling is required.
- Center punch.
- Small pilot drill bit.
- Drill bit sized for the installer-selected mounting hardware or rivnuts.
- Installer-supplied mounting hardware for the UTH-E bracket. Insane Diesel recommends using rivnuts and bolts.
- Rivnut installation tool when using the recommended rivnut-and-bolt mounting method.
Choose Your Installation Path
Select the pressure-port and mounting instructions that match the vehicle year and kit configuration.
Year and Pressure Port
Follow Step 10A for the Filter Cap Pressure Port installation.
Follow Step 10A for the Filter Cap Pressure Port installation and use the required 2014–2019-style stock oil filter described in the compatibility notice below.
Follow Step 10B for the Tee Fitting Pressure Port installation using the 2014–2019 tee-fitting configuration.
Follow Step 10B for the Tee Fitting Pressure Port installation using the 2020–2023 tee-fitting configuration.
Mounting Option
Follow Step 5A and Step 8A for the Under-the-Hood Bracket installation.
Follow Step 5B and Step 8B for the Suspension Mount Bracket installation.
Compatibility Notice
- Required filters for the oil pressure cap are Mopar part number 68492616AA or K&P Filter S91.
- The oil pressure cap works with all EcoDiesel 3.0L engines, including 2020–2023 models, but it requires a 2014–2019-style stock filter.
- Install the O-ring supplied with the new stock filter onto the supplied filter cap.
- 2020–2023 trucks may also use the tee-fitting pressure-port option at the vehicle's oil pressure sensor location.
- The Under-the-Hood Bracket may require cutting, drilling, trimming of the vinyl cover, and installer-selected mounting hardware.
- Mounting hardware for the UTH-E bracket is not supplied. Insane Diesel recommends installer-supplied rivnuts and bolts.
Kit Contents
Parts Gallery
Do not open labeled parts bags until instructed. Keep all labeled parts bags until installation is complete.
Match each labeled part number to the image below. The black HX2SHBK housing is shown as the gallery reference. Other housing color options and small included sealing washers and O-rings are intentionally not shown as separate gallery cards.













Included Parts Table
| Part Number | Description | Qty | Applies To | Torque Specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HX2SHBK / HX2SHBLU / HX2SHRED | EXTREME2 bypass oil filter housing, color selected at purchase | 1 | All kits. Color does not affect installation. | Filter Housing Lid: 30 ft-lbs cold / 35 ft-lbs operating temperature |
| EX2ME / GX1/2 | EXTREME2 filter element with O-rings | 1 | All kits | N/A |
| AN06-04MS90 | NPT In/Out fittings | 2 | All kits | 120 in-lbs + high-quality thread sealant on the 1/4 NPT connection |
| TM1010B / D10 / AN06-02MP90 / AN06-06FJ | Tee fitting system with washer and fittings | 1 | 2014–2019 Tee Fitting pressure port option | TM1010B: 60 in-lbs, straight-thread/sealing-washer connection, no NPT thread sealant; D10: no thread sealant; factory oil pressure sensor into TM1010B: 60 in-lbs, no NPT thread sealant; AN06-02MP90: 110 in-lbs + high-quality thread sealant; AN06-06FJ: 60 in-lbs, loosen, then 110 in-lbs |
| TM1415B / D14 / AN06-02MP90 / AN06-06FJ | Tee fitting system with washer and fittings | 1 | 2020–2023 Tee Fitting pressure port option | TM1415B: 60 in-lbs, straight-thread/sealing-washer connection, no NPT thread sealant; D14: no thread sealant; factory oil pressure sensor into TM1415B: 60 in-lbs, no NPT thread sealant; AN06-02MP90: 110 in-lbs + high-quality thread sealant; AN06-06FJ: 60 in-lbs, loosen, then 110 in-lbs |
| PCED30 / AN06-02MS90 | Oil pressure filter cap with NPT fitting | 1 | 2014–2019 Filter Cap and 2020–2023 Filter Cap pressure port options | AN06-02MS90: 110 in-lbs + high-quality thread sealant on the 1/8 NPT connection |
| FLLCEDO / OED / AN06-02MS90 | Oil filler cap with O-ring and NPT return fitting | 1 | All kits | AN06-02MS90: 110 in-lbs + high-quality thread sealant on the 1/8 NPT connection |
| LW06BK | 9 ft continuous hose. Hose ships uncut and should be measured and cut based on the selected mounting location and complete pressure and return hose routing. | 1 | All kits | N/A |
| ZBRCKX12 | Suspension mounting bracket | 1 | Suspension Mount Bracket option only | Factory suspension mounting nuts: 35 ft-lbs; filter housing side mounting bosses: 35 ft-lbs |
| UTH-E | Under-the-Hood Bracket. Bracket clamps around the filter housing. Vehicle-side mounting hardware is not supplied; installer selects the mounting method. Rivnuts and bolts are recommended. | 1 | Under-the-Hood Bracket option only | Housing clamp: tighten securely; no torque value specified. Vehicle-side mounting torque depends on installer-selected hardware. |
Hose Note
The supplied 9 ft LW06BK hose ships as one continuous length. Determine the complete pressure and return routing before making either cut.
NOTE: Fittings that use tapered NPT threads are not designed to thread completely into the component. Apply the specified thread sealant and tighten the fitting to the specified torque. Some fitting threads may remain visible after installation; this is normal.
Important Torque Note: Follow the verified torque specification and sealing method for each fitting. Do not apply thread sealant to AN flare connections, sealing washers, O-rings, gaskets, or other non-NPT sealing surfaces. The female hose socket-to-fitting-barb assembly does not use a torque specification. Tighten the fitting barb until it meets the hose socket.
Installation Reference / Video
The installation video is for the Jeep 3.0L EcoDiesel and is intended as a reference only. The engine components, oil pressure port options, oil return configuration, and filter housing assembly are similar to the Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel. The mounting location and certain vehicle-specific installation details differ.
Installation Procedure
Follow the steps below in this order. First identify the filter housing location, pressure location, return location, year group, pressure-port option, and mounting bracket option. Measure and build the hoses before final assembly. The Suspension Mount ZBRCKX12 bracket is installed on the vehicle first. The UTH-E Under-the-Hood Bracket follows its kit-specific mounting procedure using installer-selected vehicle-side mounting hardware and clamps around the filter housing.
1. Find the Filter Housing Location and Confirm the Mounting Option
- Under-the-Hood Bracket: Use UTH-E. This option may require cutting, drilling, trimming of the vinyl/plastic front support cover, and installer-selected vehicle-side mounting hardware. Insane Diesel recommends using rivnuts and bolts. The UTH-E bracket clamps around the filter housing.
- Suspension Mount Bracket: Use ZBRCKX12. This option is not compatible with vehicles equipped with air suspension. Use the Under-the-Hood Bracket instead if the vehicle has this configuration.
- Verify the mounting location provides adequate structure for the mounting bracket and filter housing.
- Verify the pressure and return hoses can reach their connection points using the supplied hose.
- Verify adequate clearance for the filter housing, hose routing, hood closure where applicable, and future filter service.
- Verify clearance from wiring, suspension and steering components where applicable, driveline components, exhaust components, sharp edges, moving parts, and excessive heat sources.
- Confirm the filter housing lid can be removed for future service.
- Plan hose routing before modifying, drilling, trimming, or permanently mounting any bracket.
2. Find the Oil Pressure Location and Confirm the Pressure-Port Option
Confirm whether the truck is a 2014–2019 or 2020–2023 application and whether the kit uses the Filter Cap Pressure Port or Tee Fitting Pressure Port.
- 2014–2019 Filter Cap: use PCED30 with AN06-02MS90.
- 2020–2023 Filter Cap: use PCED30 with AN06-02MS90 and the required 2014–2019-style stock oil filter.
- 2014–2019 Tee Fitting: use TM1010B, D10, AN06-02MP90, and AN06-06FJ.
- 2020–2023 Tee Fitting: use TM1415B, D14, AN06-02MP90, and AN06-06FJ.
Filter Cap Compatibility: Required filters for the oil pressure cap are Mopar part number 68492616AA or K&P Filter S91. The oil pressure cap works with all EcoDiesel 3.0L engines, including 2020–2023 models, but it requires a 2014–2019-style stock filter. Install the O-ring supplied with the new stock filter onto the supplied filter cap.
3. Find the Oil Return Location
The return line connects to the supplied FLLCEDO oil filler cap using the OED O-ring and AN06-02MS90 return fitting. Verify the filler-cap location and planned return-hose routing before cutting the hose.
4. Measure and Build the Hoses
Before proceeding with Step 4, watch The Complete Insane Diesel Hose & Fitting Installation Guide below so you are familiar with the correct reusable hose fitting assembly procedure.
Incorrect Hose Assembly Examples
Correct Hose Assembly Examples
The Complete Insane Diesel Hose & Fitting Installation Guide
- Determine the complete routing between the planned filter housing location, pressure source, and return.
- Starting at one end, route the hose from the planned filter housing location to the pressure source and mark the pressure-hose cut location.
- Starting from the opposite end, route the hose from the planned filter housing location to the return and mark the return-hose cut location.
- Verify the cut marks do not overlap. If hose remains between the marks, cut between the marks so both can remain slightly longer.
- Follow a safe and serviceable routing path.
- Avoid moving components, steering and suspension components, sharp edges, rotating assemblies, exhaust components, and excessive heat sources.
- Leave sufficient slack for normal engine and chassis movement.
- Verify the complete routing before cutting the hose.
- Cut the hose at the verified cut locations.
- Cut each hose squarely and cleanly. Ensure each cut is free from frayed braid, burrs, or deformation.
- Remove the socket from the fitting assembly. Insert the hose into the fitting socket until the rubber can be seen touching the bottom of the female threads of the socket. Make sure ALL of the nylon braided covering is fully inside the socket, with no frays or nylon bunching.
- Lubricate the fitting barb with clean oil and thread the barb into the fitting socket until the barb touches the socket. Ensure while threading the barb into the socket that it is not pushing the hose out of the socket.
- Assemble the reusable hose ends as shown in The Complete Insane Diesel Hose & Fitting Installation Guide. The female hose socket-to-fitting-barb assembly does not use a torque specification. Tighten the fitting barb until it meets the hose socket.
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Filter Cap Pressure Option: Install one AN06-04MS90 on the filter-housing IN end of the pressure hose and one AN06-02MS90 on the PCED30 filter-cap end.
AN06-04MS90 — Pressure Hose — AN06-02MS90 -
Tee Fitting Pressure Option: Install one AN06-04MS90 on the filter-housing IN end of the pressure hose and AN06-06FJ on the tee-system end that connects to AN06-02MP90.
AN06-04MS90 — Pressure Hose — AN06-06FJ -
Return Hose: Install the remaining AN06-04MS90 on the filter-housing OUT end and AN06-02MS90 on the FLLCEDO oil-filler-cap return end.
AN06-04MS90 — Return Hose — AN06-02MS90 - Before moving on, verify the completed hose assemblies match the selected pressure-port configuration and are correctly identified.
- Verify both completed hose assemblies are free from kinks and twists.
Important: Do not allow the hose to become twisted during installation. Verify each hose follows a smooth routing path with large-radius bends and does not place side loads on the fittings.
5. Install the Selected Mounting Bracket
5A. Under-the-Hood Bracket Installation
- Locate the recommended Under-the-Hood mounting location shown in the reference photo. Verify there is adequate clearance for the filter housing, hose routing, hood closure, and future filter servicing.
- Test fit the supplied UTH-E bracket in the selected location and verify the bracket sits flat without interfering with surrounding vehicle components.
- Inspect the mounting area and determine the most appropriate method for securely mounting the bracket. Mounting hardware for UTH-E is not supplied.
- Insane Diesel recommends using installer-supplied rivnuts and bolts to secure the bracket.
- Before drilling, inspect both sides of the mounting surface to ensure no wiring, hoses, brake lines, fuel lines, or other vehicle components will be damaged.
- Use a center punch and small pilot drill bit as appropriate for the selected mounting locations.
- If using the recommended rivnut mounting method, enlarge the mounting holes to the size required by the specific installer-supplied rivnuts being used.
- Install the installer-supplied rivnuts using an appropriate rivnut installation tool and verify they are fully seated and secure.
- Test fit the filter housing with the UTH-E clamp around the housing and identify any interference with the plastic front support cover. Trim only the material required to provide adequate clearance for the housing and future filter service.
- Position the UTH-E bracket over the installed rivnuts.
- Install the installer-supplied bolts through the bracket and into the rivnuts.
- Tighten the installer-supplied vehicle-side mounting hardware appropriately for the selected hardware.
- Verify the bracket is securely mounted before installing and securing the filter housing.
UTH-E Mounting Note: Insane Diesel does not supply vehicle-side mounting hardware with the UTH-E bracket. The installer is responsible for selecting an appropriate mounting method and hardware. Rivnuts and bolts are the recommended mounting method. No Insane Diesel torque specification is provided for installer-selected UTH-E vehicle-side mounting hardware.
5B. Suspension Mount Bracket Installation
Air Suspension Supply Line Notice: The Suspension Mount Bracket option is not compatible with vehicles that have an air suspension supply line. Use the Under-the-Hood Bracket option if the vehicle has this configuration.
- Locate the suspension mounting location on the driver side of the engine compartment, directly above the front suspension, as shown in the reference photo.
- Test fit the supplied ZBRCKX12 suspension mounting bracket to verify proper orientation and adequate clearance for the filter housing, hose routing, and future filter servicing.
- Remove the factory suspension mounting nuts from the mounting studs. On vehicles equipped with a wiring harness secured to the rear mounting stud, carefully remove the wiring harness retainer from the stud before proceeding.
- Position the supplied ZBRCKX12 suspension mounting bracket onto the factory mounting studs.
- Reinstall the factory suspension mounting nuts and tighten evenly to 35 ft-lbs.
- Verify the bracket is securely mounted before installing the filter housing.
- Reinstall the wiring harness onto the rear mounting stud in its original location.
6. Assemble and Inspect the Filter Housing
- Remove the filter housing lid bolt, washer, and lid from the filter housing.
- Verify the bypass filter element is properly installed inside the filter housing with the metal ring facing up toward the lid.
- Inspect the filter housing lid O-ring and verify it is properly installed and fully seated in the groove. Replace the O-ring if it is damaged or missing.
- Inspect the lid bolt washer O-ring and verify it is properly installed and free from cuts, cracks, deformation, or other signs of damage. Replace the O-ring if necessary. Make sure the lid bolt washer chamfer faces toward the lid.
- Press down firmly on the filter element to seat the lower O-ring. If the filter element is not centered in the housing, center the lid over the element, apply downward pressure, and move the lid and filter element together until the element is centered in the housing. Maintain downward pressure while installing the washer and lid bolt.
- Tighten the filter housing lid bolt to 30 ft-lbs cold or 35 ft-lbs at operating temperature.
Do not operate the engine with a damaged, missing, or improperly installed O-ring.
7. Install the Hoses on the Filter Housing
- Apply high-quality thread sealant to the 1/4 NPT threads of both AN06-04MS90 fittings already installed on the filter-housing ends of the completed hose assemblies.
- Install the AN06-04MS90 from the pressure hose into the filter housing IN port and tighten the 1/4 NPT connection to 120 in-lbs.
- Install the AN06-04MS90 from the return hose into the filter housing OUT port and tighten the 1/4 NPT connection to 120 in-lbs.
- Verify the pressure hose is connected to IN and the return hose is connected to OUT.
AN06-04MS90 is a 1/4 NPT fitting and requires high-quality thread sealant. Do not apply thread sealant to AN flare connections, O-rings, sealing washers, gaskets, straight-thread sealing connections, or other sealing surfaces.
NOTE: The fittings installed in the bottom of the filter housing use tapered NPT threads and are not designed to thread completely into the housing. After the fittings are tightened to the specified torque, some fitting threads may remain visible. This is normal.
8. Mount the Assembled Filter Housing onto the Installed Bracket
8A. Under-the-Hood Bracket
- With the pressure and return hoses already installed on the filter housing, feed both hoses toward their previously identified engine connection points.
- Position the completed filter housing inside the UTH-E bracket so the bracket clamp wraps around the filter housing.
- Adjust the filter housing position for smooth hose routing, adequate hood clearance, and adequate future service access.
- Tighten the UTH-E housing clamp securely around the filter housing. No torque value is specified for the UTH-E housing clamp.
- Verify the mounting bracket is securely fastened, the filter housing is firmly held by the clamp, and the housing lid can be removed without interference from surrounding components.
8B. Suspension Mount Bracket
- With the pressure and return hoses already installed on the filter housing, feed both hoses toward their previously identified engine connection points.
- Position the completed filter housing onto the already-mounted ZBRCKX12 suspension bracket using the side mounting bosses.
- Apply blue medium-strength threadlocker or equivalent to the filter housing mounting bolt threads.
- Tighten the filter housing side mounting bolts to 35 ft-lbs.
- Verify the bracket is securely fastened, the filter housing is firmly mounted, and the housing lid can be removed without interference from surrounding components.
9. Route the Hoses
- Route the pressure and return hoses along the paths established during the measurement step.
- Verify both hoses are clear of exhaust components, steering and suspension components, driveline components, sharp edges, and excessive heat sources.
- Verify there are no kinks, twists, or excessive tension in either hose.
- Leave sufficient slack for normal engine and chassis movement without placing tension on the hose or fittings.
10. Install the Selected Oil Pressure Port and Connect the Pressure Hose
10A. Filter Cap Pressure Port
The oil pressure filter cap option can be used on 2014–2019 and 2020–2023 EcoDiesel 3.0L engines, but the supplied pressure port filter cap requires a 2014–2019-style stock filter. Use Mopar Filter part number 68492616AA or K&P Filter S91 and install the O-ring supplied with the new stock filter onto the supplied pressure port cap.
- Remove the factory oil filter cap and oil filter according to the vehicle manufacturer's service procedure.
- Verify the supplied pressure port filter cap PCED30 is clean and free from damage.
- Install the new O-ring supplied with the replacement oil filter onto the PCED30 filter cap. Verify the O-ring is properly installed and fully seated in the O-ring groove.
- Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the new O-ring before installation.
- Apply high-quality thread sealant to the 1/8 NPT threads of the AN06-02MS90 fitting already installed on the completed pressure hose.
- Install the AN06-02MS90 pressure-hose end into the PCED30 pressure port filter cap and tighten to 110 in-lbs.
- Snap the compatible replacement oil filter into the supplied PCED30 pressure port filter cap.
- Install the pressure port filter cap assembly onto the engine according to the vehicle manufacturer's service procedure and tighten the filter cap to the vehicle manufacturer's specified torque.
- Verify the pressure hose is routed without kinks, twists, excessive tension, or contact with hot or moving components.
AN06-02MS90 is a 1/8 NPT fitting and requires high-quality thread sealant. Tighten it to 110 in-lbs. Do not apply thread sealant to the oil filter cap O-ring or other sealing surfaces. Always install a new O-ring supplied with the replacement oil filter.
10B. Tee Fitting Pressure Port
- Select the correct tee fitting assembly for your vehicle:
- 2014–2019: TM1010B tee fitting with D10 sealing washer, AN06-02MP90, and AN06-06FJ.
- 2020–2023: TM1415B tee fitting with D14 sealing washer, AN06-02MP90, and AN06-06FJ.
- Locate the factory oil filter housing on the driver side of the engine. Remove the engine oil filter and allow the oil filter housing to drain back into the engine sump. This will help minimize oil loss when removing the factory oil pressure sensor. Some filters may not drain completely; this is normal.
- Locate the upper of the two oil pressure sensors shown in the reference photo.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the factory oil pressure sensor by lifting the locking tab and carefully pulling the connector straight rearward.
- Remove the factory oil pressure sensor from the engine.
- Install the correct sealing washer, D10 or D14, onto the selected tee fitting. Do not apply thread sealant to the sealing washer.
- Inspect the factory oil pressure sensor sealing washer. If it is damaged, worn, or missing, replace it before reinstalling the sensor.
- Install the factory oil pressure sensor into the end of the selected tee fitting and tighten to 60 in-lbs. Do not apply NPT thread sealant to the sensor-to-tee straight-thread connection.
- Apply high-quality thread sealant to the NPT threads of the supplied AN06-02MP90 fitting.
- Install AN06-02MP90 into the center port of the selected tee fitting and tighten to 110 in-lbs. Hold the tee fitting with a backup wrench while tightening AN06-02MP90 so the tee fitting does not rotate or become over-tightened.
- The AN06-06FJ is already installed on the completed pressure hose from Step 4. Connect AN06-06FJ to AN06-02MP90. Place a backup wrench directly on the hex of the installed AN06-02MP90 fitting and hold that fitting stationary while tightening AN06-06FJ.
- Tighten AN06-06FJ to 60 in-lbs, loosen the fitting, then re-tighten to a final torque of 110 in-lbs.
- Install the completed TM1010B or TM1415B straight-thread tee fitting into the factory oil pressure sensor port and tighten to 60 in-lbs. Do not apply NPT thread sealant to the tee-to-engine straight-thread connection.
- Reconnect the electrical connector to the factory oil pressure sensor.
- Verify adequate clearance exists between the tee fitting assembly, electrical connector, surrounding engine components, and the pressure hose.
AN06-02MP90 is an NPT fitting and requires high-quality thread sealant. Do not apply thread sealant to the D10 or D14 sealing washer, the factory sensor-to-tee straight-thread connection, the tee-to-engine straight-thread connection, O-rings, or the AN06-06FJ AN flare connection. The TM1010B and TM1415B straight-thread tee fittings tighten to 60 in-lbs. Tighten AN06-02MP90 to 110 in-lbs.
11. Install the Oil Filler Cap Return Fitting and Connect the Return Hose
- Inspect the supplied FLLCEDO oil filler cap and verify the OED O-ring is properly installed and fully seated in the O-ring groove.
- Inspect the O-ring for cuts, cracks, deformation, or other signs of damage. Replace the O-ring if it is damaged or missing before proceeding.
- Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring and to the inside of the engine oil filler neck.
- Install the FLLCEDO oil filler cap onto the engine. Firmly press the cap downward until the OED O-ring seats into the oil filler neck. Verify the cap is fully seated and locked.
- Apply high-quality thread sealant to the 1/8 NPT threads of the AN06-02MS90 fitting already installed on the completed return hose.
- Install the AN06-02MS90 return-hose fitting into the installed FLLCEDO oil filler cap and tighten to 110 in-lbs.
- Verify the return hose is routed without kinks, twists, excessive tension, or side load on the fitting.
The supplied O-ring is designed to provide a snug seal. If the oil filler cap does not rotate into the locked position, apply additional downward pressure until the O-ring seats properly. AN06-02MS90 is a 1/8 NPT fitting and requires high-quality thread sealant. Tighten it to 110 in-lbs. Do not apply thread sealant to the OED O-ring or its sealing surface.
12. Secure the Hoses
- Secure the pressure and return hoses with zip ties, clamps, or appropriate existing mounting points.
- Support the hoses at regular intervals to prevent movement, chafing, abrasion, or contact with surrounding components.
- After securing the hoses, verify the routing has not created any kinks, twists, tight bends, or side loads on the fittings.
- Confirm adequate clearance remains from exhaust components, steering and suspension components, driveline components, sharp edges, and excessive heat sources.
Keep Removed Factory Components in the Vehicle
Important: Place all factory components removed during installation and not reinstalled into a labeled bag and keep the bag in the vehicle. This includes the original oil filter cap where applicable, factory pressure-port components, oil filler cap, sealing washers, O-rings, mounting hardware, and any other original components removed to install the bypass filtration system.
Final Inspection
- Correct year and pressure port option installed
- Correct mounting bracket option installed
- Filter housing securely mounted
- Mounting bracket securely mounted
- Pressure hose connected to filter housing IN
- Return hose connected to filter housing OUT
- Filter-cap AN06-02MS90 tightened to 110 in-lbs where applicable
- TM tee and factory oil pressure sensor tightened to 60 in-lbs without NPT sealant where applicable
- AN06-02MP90 installed with high-quality thread sealant and tightened to 110 in-lbs where applicable
- AN06-06FJ tightened to 60 in-lbs, loosened, then re-tightened to 110 in-lbs where applicable
- Oil filler cap return AN06-02MS90 installed with thread sealant and tightened to 110 in-lbs
- Pressure hose secured
- Return hose secured
- No hose contact with sharp edges
- No hose contact with moving components
- No hose contact with excessive heat sources
- Oil level checked
- Add oil as necessary
Initial Startup
- Add the appropriate type and quantity of engine oil to bring the engine oil level to the proper operating range before starting the engine.
- Start the engine.
- Verify oil pressure.
- Inspect the entire bypass oil filtration system for leaks.
- Verify adequate hose clearance with the engine running. Ensure the hoses are clear of moving components, sharp edges, and excessive heat sources.
- Allow the engine to run for 10–15 minutes to purge air from the bypass oil filtration system and help ensure an accurate engine oil level reading.
- Shut the engine off.
- Check the engine oil level within a few minutes after shutdown.
- Add engine oil as necessary to bring the oil level to the proper operating range.
- Perform a final inspection of the entire installation. Verify all fittings are tight, all hoses are properly secured, the filter housing is securely mounted, and there are no leaks.
Oil level note: The oil level may show high if the vehicle sits for an extended period before checking.
Important: Failure to add engine oil before starting the engine may result in severe engine damage or engine failure. Damage caused by operating the engine with an insufficient oil level is not covered by Insane Diesel.
Maintenance
Bypass Filter Element Replacement
This kit uses an EXTREME2 bypass filter on a diesel engine. Replace the engine bypass filter element every 15,000 miles, 250 hours, or once per year, whichever comes first.
Inspect hoses, fittings, filter housing, pressure connection, oil filler cap return, and mounting hardware during engine oil changes and scheduled service intervals.
Extending Oil Change Intervals
For every 100,000 miles already on the engine, Insane Diesel recommends completing at least two regular scheduled engine oil, full-flow oil filter, and bypass filter changes before extending oil or filter service intervals through oil analysis.
No matter what anyone tells you, the only way to know when you can safely run longer on the same oil is through condition-based monitoring with oil analysis. Every engine will respond differently to bypass filtration, and oil analysis provides the information needed to understand the unique trends and condition of your engine and oil.
In order to extend your oil and filter change intervals, you have to get your oil clean first. Once the oil is clean, oil and filter change intervals may be extended based on oil-analysis results. No filter cleans better than Insane Diesel's EXTREME filter.