FS2: Filter-in-Filter Fuel System Protection for Dodge Ram

Cummins Filtration (NYSE:CMI) recently announced the launch of the Fleetguard® FS²: Filter-in-Filter fuel system technology for Dodge Ram trucks with 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel engines. The new FS43257 filter assembly is an upgrade for the 2007– 2009 Dodge Ram and provides the filtration performance of two filters in a single, reusable filter canister.

"The design of the FS² was developed in response to customer feedback for a system that allows reuse of the filter canister and replacement of only the filter cartridge at service time,” said Kevin Westerson, Executive Director of Research Technology and Engineering. "To minimize waste associated with fuel filter changes, only the filter cartridge and canister O-ring need to be changed during service. The sturdy composite canister, plus the water-in-fuel (WIF) sensor and filter drain valve, can be reused continuously.”

The FS² filter-in-filter technology incorporates a dual-stage filtration process that offers better protection than the former single-stage fuel/water separator. Using Cummins Filtration’s patented multi-layered StrataPore™ media, the filter is capable of removing super fine particles and water ensuring maximum protection from water-related corrosion that can damage modern high pressure fuel systems.

Westerson highlighted the features of the innovative design which eliminates the hassle of extra filters and fuel plumbing, while the optimized filter media provides the free and emulsified fuel/water separation that modern engines and fuel systems require. It is ultimate protection and versatility in a user-friendly fuel filtration system.

Cummins and Chrysler began applying the FS² high-performance filter to all new engines and trucks in January 2009. All owners of 2007 – 2009 Dodge Ram trucks with a 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel engine can use the new filter without additional plumbing or hardware. The FS43257 Filter-in-Filter is a direct fit replacement for the original FS43252 single-stage filter.

About Cummins Filtration
Cummins Filtration Inc. is a wholly owned business unit of Cummins Inc. and the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of air, fuel, hydraulic, lube filtration, and fuel additive technology products for all engine-powered systems. Further information can be found on the company’s website at cumminsfiltration.com.

About Cummins
Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana, (USA) Cummins serves customers in approximately 190 countries and territories through a network of more than 500 company-owned and independent distributor locations and approximately 5,200 dealer locations. Cummins reported net income of $755 million on sales of $14.3 billion in 2008. Press releases can be found on the Web at www.cummins.com.