2020 6.6 Duramax Diesel Supplement

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6.6L Duramax Diesel
Engine Supplement
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CMY
84458631 A
Chevrolet/GMC 6.6L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement (GMNA-Localizing-
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . 5
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . 15
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . 79
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
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2 Introduction
Introduction model variants, country Canadian Vehicle Owners
specifications, features/applications
The names, logos, emblems, that may not be available in your A French language manual can be
slogans, vehicle model names, and region, or changes subsequent to obtained from your dealer, at
vehicle body designs appearing in the printing of this owner’s manual. www.helminc.com, or from:
this manual including, but not limited Propriétaires Canadiens
Refer to the purchase
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
GMC, the CHEVROLET and GMC
specific vehicle to confirm the ce guide en français auprès du
Truck Emblems, SILVERADO,
features. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
SIERRA, DENALI, and Duramax are
trademarks and/or service marks of This manual contains information suivante:
General Motors LLC, its that pertains to the operation of your Helm, Incorporated
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. diesel engine. It also contains your Attention: Customer Service
Diesel Maintenance Schedule. The 47911 Halyard Drive
For vehicles first sold in Canada,
sections in this manual correspond Plymouth, MI 48170
substitute the name “General
to the sections in your owner’s USA
Motors of Canada Company” for
manual. This manual, along with
GMC and Chevrolet Motor Division
your owner’s manual, will assist you
wherever it appears in this manual.
in the proper use and maintenance
Using this Supplement
This manual describes features that of your vehicle. This supplement contains
may or may not be on the vehicle information specific to the unique
Keep this manual in the vehicle for
because of optional equipment that components of the vehicle. It does
quick reference.
was not purchased on the vehicle, not explain everything you need to
know about the vehicle. Read this
supplement along with the owner’s
manual to learn about the vehicle's
features and controls.
Litho in U.S.A.
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Introduction 3
Index
A good place to look for what you
need is the Index in the back of this
supplement. It is an alphabetical list
of what is in the supplement, and
the page number where you will
find it.
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4 Introduction
2 NOTES
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Instruments and Controls 5

Instruments and
Controls
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . 10
Wait-to-Start Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power Take-Off Light . . . . . . . . . . 12
Information Displays
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . 13
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6 Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Instrument Cluster
Base Level Chevrolet English Cluster, Metric Similar

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Base Level GMC English Cluster, Metric Similar

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Uplevel GMC English Cluster, Metric Similar

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Uplevel Chevrolet English Cluster, Metric Similar

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Malfunction Indicator Malfunctions are often indicated by
Caution (Continued)
the system before any problem is
Lamp (Check Engine noticeable. Being aware of the light
Light) and seeking service promptly when costly repairs not covered by the
it comes on may prevent damage. vehicle warranty. This could also
This light is part of the vehicle’s affect the vehicle’s ability to pass
emission control on-board an Emissions Inspection/
diagnostic system. If this light is on Caution
Maintenance test. See
while the engine is running, a
If the vehicle is driven continually Accessories and Modifications
malfunction has been detected and
with this light on, the emission 0 60.
the vehicle may require service. The
light should come on to show that it control system may not work as
is working when the ignition is on well, the fuel economy may be When the light is on, a malfunction
with the engine not running. See lower, and the vehicle may not has been detected. Diagnosis and
“Ignition Positions” in the owner’s run smoothly. This could lead to service may be required.
manual. costly repairs that might not be Poor fuel quality can cause
This light may also come on when covered by the vehicle warranty. inefficient engine operation and poor
the system has detected a problem driveability, which may go away
with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) once the engine is warmed up.
management system. See Diesel Caution If this occurs, change the fuel brand.
Exhaust Fluid 0 25. It may require at least one full tank
Modifications to the engine, of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
transmission, exhaust, intake, See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 30.
or fuel system, or the use of If the light remains on, see your
replacement tires that do not dealer.
meet the original tire
specifications, can cause this light
to come on. This could lead to
(Continued)
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Emissions Inspection and . The light does not come on This light comes on briefly while
Maintenance Programs when the ignition is on with the starting the engine, as a check to
engine not running. show the light is working.
If the vehicle requires an Emissions
Inspection/Maintenance test, the . Critical emission control systems If the wait-to-start light comes on,
test equipment will likely connect to have not been completely the glow plug system is required
the vehicle's Data Link diagnosed. If this happens, the and operating. Wait until the light
Connector (DLC). vehicle would not be ready for turns off before starting the engine.
inspection and might require This light may not come on in warm
several days of routine driving temperatures.
before the system is ready for The fast warm-up glow plug system
inspection. This can happen if makes the wait-to-start light stay on
the 12-volt battery has recently for a shorter amount of time than
been replaced or run down, or if most diesel engines.
the vehicle has recently been
serviced. See Starting the Diesel Engine 0 15.
The DLC is under the instrument
See your dealer if the vehicle will
panel to the left of the steering
not pass or cannot be made ready Diesel Exhaust Fluid
wheel. Connecting devices that are
not used to perform an Emissions for the test. (DEF) Warning Light
Inspection/Maintenance test or to
service the vehicle may affect Wait-to-Start Light
vehicle operation. See “Add-On
Electrical Equipment” in the owner’s
manual. See your dealer if
assistance is needed.
The vehicle may not pass
This light, a Driver Information
inspection if:
Center (DIC) message, and a chime
. The light is on when the engine come on when there is an issue with
is running. the Diesel Exhaust Fluid.
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If the DEF level has not been Information Displays to change the fuel filter on a
corrected, the light will continue to schedule consistent with your
flash when the vehicle is started. driving conditions.
The vehicle's speed may also be Driver Information
When the remaining fuel filter life is
limited. Center (DIC) low, the CHANGE FUEL FILTER
Also see Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 25. The DIC is in the instrument cluster. message will appear on the display.
The DIC comes on when the ignition Change the fuel filter as soon as
Power Take-Off Light is on. possible.
A Duramax diesel vehicle may have Fuel Filter Life Reset : Reset the
the following additional DIC menu Fuel Filter Life Remaining display
items: after each fuel filter change. It will
not reset itself. Also, be careful not
DEF : Displays the Diesel Exhaust
to reset the display at any time other
Fluid (DEF) level as a bar graph
than when the fuel filter has just
with individual segments that
Chassis Cab been changed because it cannot be
illuminate from Empty (E) to Full (F).
reset accurately until the next fuel
The vehicle may have a Power When LOW appears on the display
filter change. The fuel filter life will
Take-Off (PTO) light. Under normal and the segments turn red, add
change to 100% when the system
operating conditions, the PTO light DEF as soon as possible. For a
has been reset. To reset the system,
will remain on throughout the PTO guide on how much DEF to add,
press and hold the thumbwheel for
operating cycle. If all conditions see Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 25.
two seconds while Fuel Filter Life
required to engage PTO have not Fuel Filter Life Remaining : This Remaining is displayed on the DIC.
been met when enabling PTO, the display shows an estimate of the
PTO light will turn on, then turn off fuel filter's remaining useful life.
after one second. See Power If 90% Fuel Filter Life Remaining is
Take-Off (PTO) 0 41. displayed, it means 90% of the
current fuel filter life remains. The
fuel filter life system will alert when
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Engine Air Filter Life : Displays an Vehicle 5. Touch z to go to the top level
estimate of the engine air filter’s of the Settings menu.
remaining useful life and the state of Personalization
the system. Engine Air Filter Life Climate and Air Quality
Use the audio system controls to
95% means 95% of the current air Select and the following may
access the personalization menus
filter life remains. Messages will display:
for customizing vehicle features.
display based on the engine air filter
life and the state of the system. The following features may be . Rapid Heat-Elevated Idle
When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL available on some vehicles with a
Rapid Heat-Elevated Idle
CHANGE message displays, the diesel engine. See “Vehicle
engine air filter should be replaced Personalization” in the owner’s This allows the feature to be turned
at the time of the next oil change. manual for additional vehicle on and off. See “Elevated Idle” in
When the REPLACE SOON personalizations. Starting the Diesel Engine 0 15.
message displays, the engine air If equipped, these features may be Select Off or On.
filter should be replaced at the selected using the infotainment
earliest convenience. The Air Filter display.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If
Life display must be reset after the Equipped)
engine air filter replacement. To To access the vehicle
personalization menu: There may be additional features
reset, see Engine Air Filter Life that can be customized for the PTO.
System 0 66. 1. Touch the Settings icon on the See Power Take-Off (PTO) 0 41.
Home Page of the infotainment See your dealer to enable these
display. features.
2. Touch Vehicle to display a list Select and the following may
of available options. display:
3. Touch to select the desired . Standby Speed
feature setting.
. Set 1 Speed
4. Touch 9 or R to turn a feature . Set 2 Speed
off or on.
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. Tap Step Speed TAP STEP SPEED
. Shutdown Time This feature is available if the
vehicle is configured for stationary
STANDBY SPEED variable or mobile PTO, and allows
This feature allows for modifying the the selection of the PTO tap step
PTO Standby Speed. speed.
Select the desired setting. Select the desired PTO Tap
Step Speed setting.
SET 1 SPEED
This feature is available if the SHUTDOWN TIME
vehicle is configured for stationary This feature is available if the
preset PTO, and allows the vehicle is configured for stationary
selection of the PTO set 1 speed. preset or stationary variable PTO,
Select the desired PTO Standby Set and allows the selection of the PTO
1 setting. shutdown time.
Select the desired PTO Shutdown
SET 2 SPEED Time setting.
This feature is available if the
vehicle is configured for stationary
preset PTO, and allows the
selection of the PTO set 2 speed.
Select the desired PTO Standby Set
2 setting.
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Driving and Operating 15

Driving and Filling a Portable Fuel
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Starting and
Operating Operating
Trailer Towing
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Starting the Diesel
Starting and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Engine
Starting the Diesel Engine . . . . . 15 Power Take-Off (PTO) . . . . . . . . . 41
Winter Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The diesel engine starts differently
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 than a gasoline engine.
Parking over Things
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Caution
Diesel Particulate Filter If the steering wheel is turned
Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . . 22 until it reaches the end of its
Diesel Exhaust Fluid travel, and is held in that position
Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 25 while starting the vehicle, damage
may occur to the hydraulic power
Brakes steering system and there may be
Exhaust Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 loss of power steering assist.
Fuel
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 N (Neutral). To restart the engine
Fuel for Diesel Engines . . . . . . . . 30 when the vehicle is already moving,
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 use N (Neutral) only.
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . 32
Water in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Running Out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Fuel Filter Replacement . . . . . . . 36
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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16 Driving and Operating

most diesel engines, due to the For turbo protection, engine power
Caution rapid heating of the glow plug at speeds above idle may be limited
system. if the engine is cold. This protection
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the can last up to 40 seconds at
vehicle is moving. If you do, you extreme cold coolant and ambient
could damage the transmission. Caution
temperatures.
Shift to P (Park) only when the If the wait-to-start light stays on
vehicle is stopped. Cold Weather Starting
after starting the vehicle, the
vehicle may not run properly. Use the recommended engine oil
Starting the Engine Have the vehicle serviced when the outside temperature
right away. drops below freezing. See Engine
1. Turn the ignition key to Oil 0 63. When the outside
ON/RUN. temperature drops below –18 °C
3. If the engine does not start (0 °F), use of the engine coolant
Observe the wait-to-start light.
after 15 seconds of cranking, heater is recommended.
See Wait-to-Start Light 0 11.
turn the ignition off. Wait
This light may not come on if If you experience longer cranking
one minute for the cranking
the engine is warm. times, notice an unusual amount of
motor to cool, then try the
2. If the wait-to-start light is on, same steps again. exhaust smoke, or are at higher
wait until this light goes off. elevations (over 2 135 m or 7,000 ft),
If you are trying to start the engine you may use the engine coolant
Turn the ignition key to START,
after you have run out of fuel, follow heater. See Engine Heater 0 21.
then release the ignition key.
the steps in Running Out of Fuel
The engine will continue to See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 30 for
0 36.
crank until the engine starts. information on what fuel to use in
When the engine is cold, let it run cold weather.
The engine has a fast warm-up
for a few minutes before driving.
glow plug system. The
This lets oil pressure build up. The If the Diesel Engine Will Not
wait-to-start light will illuminate
for a much shorter time than
engine will sound louder when it Start
is cold.
If the vehicle runs out of fuel, see
Running Out of Fuel 0 36.
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If the vehicle is not out of fuel, and Be sure you are using the proper and engine warmup. These speeds
the engine will not start: fuel for existing weather conditions. can range from approximately 600
Turn the ignition key to ON/RUN. See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 30. to 1000 rpm.
After the wait-to-start light goes off, If the engine starts, runs a short Elevated Idle
turn the ignition key to START. time, then stops, the vehicle needs
service. The engine has a cold temperature
If the light does not go off, wait a high idle feature which elevates the
few seconds, then try starting the engine idle speed from base idle to
engine again. See your dealer as { Warning 1050 to 1100 rpm when outside
soon as you can for a starting temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F),
system check. Do not use gasoline or starting
and the engine coolant temperature
aids, such as ether, in the air
If the light comes on and then goes is below 65 °C (150 °F). This feature
intake. They could damage the
off and you know the batteries are enhances heater performance by
engine, which may not be raising the engine coolant
charged, but the engine still will not
covered by the vehicle warranty. temperature faster.
start, the vehicle needs service.
They could also cause a fire,
If the light does not come on when which could cause serious To turn this feature on or off, see
the engine is cold, the vehicle personal injury. Vehicle Personalization 0 13.
needs service. When the engine is started, it will
If the batteries do not have enough slowly ramp up to the high idle
Engine Idle Variations speed after a delay of a few
charge to start the engine, see
“Battery” in the owner’s manual. Under certain conditions the engine seconds up to approximately
idle speed can vary or be elevated. two minutes. For this method to
Check that the correct engine oil Change in idle speed is normal and work properly there must be no
has been used and changed at does not indicate a problem. Normal throttle or brake pedal faults.
appropriate intervals. If the wrong oil conditions that can raise idle speed
is used, the engine may be harder The engine idle speed will return to
are low voltage, DPF regeneration,
to start. normal once the following conditions
air conditioning compressor loads,
are met:
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. Engine coolant temperature Fast Idle control will be enabled . The vehicle speed is not
reaches 65 °C (150 °F). when the following conditions 0 km/h (0 mph).
. Air intake temperature reaches are met:
0 °C (32 °F). . The parking brake is set. Winter Cover
The high idle speed will be . The transmission is in P (Park) If equipped, the winter cover can be
temporarily interrupted and the or N (Neutral). used to enhance heater
engine speed will return to normal if performance in extremely cold
. The vehicle speed is about
any of the following conditions conditions below −4 °C (25 °F). The
0 km/h (0 mph). winter cover installs over the grille
occur:
. The cruise control Set switch is and restricts airflow to the engine
. The brake pedal is applied.
pressed and released for Preset compartment.
. The accelerator pedal is Fast Idle Speed (1200 rpm). For vehicles that did not come with
pressed. Fast Idle control will be disabled a winter cover, a GM winter cover
. The transmission is shifted out when one or more of the following can be purchased. See your dealer
of P (Park) or N (Neutral). conditions occur: for additional information.
. Vehicle speed is detected. . The cruise control Set switch is When the winter cover is in use, the
pressed and released. See heater, ventilation, and air
Once these inputs are removed, the
“Cruise Control” in the owner’s conditioning AUTO mode may not
engine idle speed will slowly ramp
manual. function properly. Use the manual
back up to high idle after the normal
. The cruise control Cancel switch settings for comfort.
delay, if the conditions for engine
coolant temperature and air intake is pressed. Usage Guidelines
temperature are still met. . The brake pedal is pressed. The winter cover should only be
Fast Idle Control . The transmission is shifted out used while operating the vehicle in
of P (Park) or N (Neutral). extremely cold temperatures or in
If equipped, this system can be
heavy snow for extended periods. In
used to increase the engine idle . The parking brake is released. these temperatures, the vehicle
speed.
does not need a large amount of air
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to properly cool the engine. When . Do not cover the opening in the ensure a tight fit. The initial
more airflow is required to cool the front bumper. installation of the cover is best
vehicle, the winter cover should not . Do not modify the cover. The performed when the winter cover
be used. The following usage winter cover does not cover is warm.
guidelines will allow adequate some sections of the front of the
airflow for proper radiator and air Installation (Chevrolet Pickup)
vehicle to provide enough
cooler performance: airflow.
. Do not use the winter cover if . When the winter cover is used,
towing a trailer in conditions the outside air temperature
above 10 °C (50 °F). The vehicle display may not function
may overheat if the radiator is properly.
covered while towing.
. Keep the underside of the winter
. Do not use the winter cover if a
cover as clean as possible.
snow plow is mounted on the Remove monthly or as
truck. necessary and clean away dust
and debris.
. Use only a mild soap to clean.
Do not use harsh soap, strong
detergents, or vinyl protectant/ 1. The white label must be at the
sealant type products as they top and back of the cover.
may damage the special finish.
Allow the winter cover to dry
completely before reinstalling.
Installation Instructions
When first trying to fit the cover, it
may appear to be undersized but
will stretch during installation to
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Installation (GMC Pickup)
1. The white label must be at the

top and back of the cover.
2. Starting in the middle, attach 3. To remove, reverse the steps

fastening points as illustrated. listed previously.
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Engine Heater
{ Warning
Do not plug in the engine block
heater while the vehicle is parked
in a garage or under a carport.
Property damage or personal
injury may result. Always park the
vehicle in a clear open area away
from buildings or structures.
If equipped, the engine heater can

provide easier starting in cold
weather conditions at or below
−18 °C (0 °F).
For engine heater operation, see
“Engine Heater” in the owner’s
manual.
2. Starting in the middle, attach 3. To remove, reverse the steps

fastening points as illustrated. listed previously.
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Parking over Things Diesel Particulate Vehicles with the DPF have specific
fuel and engine oil requirements.
That Burn Filter See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 30
and
{ Warning The exhaust system has a Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF) to reduce
Engine Oil 0 63.
Things that can burn could touch vehicle emissions. On some
hot exhaust parts under the exhaust systems with a DPF, the Caution
vehicle and ignite. Do not park exhaust cooler mixes air with the
exhaust to lower the temperature Damage can occur to the DPF
over papers, leaves, dry grass, components if the required Ultra
or other things that can burn. before it leaves the tailpipe.
Low Sulfur Diesel (15 ppm sulfur
The DPF, the tailpipe, and other maximum) fuel and either CJ-4 or
exhaust system components must CK-4 engine oil are not used.
not be altered. Inspect regularly and This damage would not be
clean any mud or dirt from the
covered by the vehicle warranty.
exhaust cooler, especially where the
exhaust cooler connects to the
tailpipe and the openings where Under certain conditions, such as
fresh air enters the cooler. idling or very short trips, the
The DPF will clean itself as part of self-cleaning process has less
normal operation. Several factors efficiency and cannot be completed.
including fuel consumed, hours of To resolve this, continue driving
engine operation, and miles driven safely at a steady speed as close to
are monitored by the Engine Control the posted speed limit as possible,
Module (ECM). The self-cleaning preferably without stopping, until the
occurs approximately once per tank message turns off. This can take up
of fuel. to 30 minutes.
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If equipped with Power
{ Warning Caution (Continued) Take-Off (PTO), monitor the
instrument cluster for lights related
During DPF self-cleaning or for messages and take to the DPF.
during extended idling in P (Park), appropriate action. Continued
the exhaust system and exhaust idling with the warning light/ See Accessories and Modifications
gases are very hot. Things that message on could cause damage 0 60 if you are adding accessories
burn could touch hot exhaust to the DPF requiring repair and or modifying the vehicle.
parts under the vehicle and ignite. possible replacement that might Manual Regeneration of Diesel
You or others could be burned. not be covered by the vehicle Particulate Filter
Do not park, or idle for an warranty.
extended period of time, near or This feature is only available on
over papers, leaves, dry grass, Fleet and Commercial vehicles.
During self-cleaning there will be a
or other things that can burn. change in the exhaust sound and To verify that the vehicle has this
Keep the exhaust area clear of engine idle speed. Along with this, a feature, refer to the Vehicle Service
material that could ignite or burn. burning smell and reduction in fuel Parts Identification label (SPID) for
See Parking over Things That economy may be noticed. This is RPO code FPF or see
Burn 0 22. normal. www.gmupfitter.com to contact the
GM Upfitter Integration Group.
If the vehicle is idled or driven on
very short trips with the DPF If equipped, this feature allows for
warning message on and the manual cleaning/regeneration of the
Caution DPF when it is unable to clean
exhaust filter is not cleaned as
Avoid extended idling because required, the malfunction indicator itself. It may be necessary to
lamp and a DIC message will perform manual regeneration if
the DPF system is not capable of
display. See your dealer. Also see driving conditions — such as
self-cleaning at idle. During
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check extended slow speed, stop-and-go
extended idling, monitor the traffic, extended idling, short drive
instrument cluster lights and DIC Engine Light) 0 10.
cycles, or stationary PTO operation
(Continued) — prevent DPF self-cleaning.
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Manual regeneration can only be . The shift lever is in P (Park).
used when the DPF has become at { Warning . The fuel tank is at least
least 90% full. At 100% full, it will one-eighth full.
attempt to automatically self-clean if Do not leave the vehicle during
proper driving conditions are met. the regeneration. . All fluids are at the proper level.
The DPF will clean itself if the Make sure that there are no . No diagnostic trouble codes
vehicle can be driven for about flammable materials near the have been set, and the
30 minutes. muffler, DPF, and exhaust pipe malfunction indicator lamp is
A DIC message displays when which may result in a fire. not on.
manual regeneration is possible. The temperature of exhaust . The engine coolant temperature
Scroll through the DIC pages to find gases is high enough to burn you. is above 71 °C (160 °F).
the Exhaust Cleaning menu. You and others could be seriously After making sure all safety
Depending on whether the vehicle injured. conditions have been met, press the
has a base or uplevel cluster, it may trip odometer reset stem or
be under the Settings menu. thumbwheel on the steering wheel
Before starting manual
If the vehicle cannot be stopped regeneration, make sure all of the for at least one second to select
when the DIC message first following safety conditions are met: Start on the infotainment display.
indicates cleaning is available, Follow the instructions in the DIC
. The vehicle is parked on level
automatic self-cleaning may have messages. Touch ACCEPT to
begun. If conditions cannot be met ground, away from any
flammable materials. acknowledge that all of these safety
for self-cleaning to complete, and conditions have been met and to
manual regeneration is selected, it . The vehicle is parked outdoors, activate regeneration.
may take up to four minutes for the away from any walls or
system to switch to manual buildings. If the infotainment display returns to
regeneration. When the switch the previous screen, then one or
. The vehicle is at least 3 m (10 ft) more of the necessary safety
occurs, a DIC message prompts to from any obstructions or
start the cleaning process. conditions has not been met. If you
materials that may combust cannot determine which condition
or melt.
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has not been met, see When manual regeneration begins, Diesel Exhaust Fluid
www.gmupfitter.com to contact the the engine speed increases, the
GM Upfitter Integration Group. engine cooling fan sound increases,
Continue to follow the instructions in and a DIC message indicates that { Warning
the DIC messages. Hold the cleaning is in progress.
Avoid getting Diesel Exhaust
exhaust brake switch on the center A DIC message will display when Fluid (DEF) on your skin or in
stack below the climate controls for cleaning is complete. Cleaning your eyes as it could cause
more than three seconds, and then could take up to 30 minutes. Upon irritation. For more safety,
release it, to begin the regeneration completion, the engine will return to handling, and storage information,
process. normal idle, but exhaust see the Diesel Exhaust Fluid
If the EXHAUST BRAKE ON components will remain hot for
container label.
message displays, then the switch several minutes. Do not move the
was released too soon. Press it vehicle until the exhaust has had
again to turn off the exhaust brake, time to cool. Manual regeneration
then try again when the DIC can be canceled at any time by Caution
message prompts. pressing the brake pedal or by
turning the engine off. Unusual Use only DEF that is GM
noises may be heard if regeneration approved, or fluid containing the
is interrupted. API certified or ISO 22241 label.
The use of other fluids could
damage the system, requiring
costly repairs that will not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
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It is normal to hear the DEF system Filling the DEF Tank
Caution purge fluid back into the tank after
the vehicle is shut off.
Do not mix with or add DEF to the
diesel fuel. This could lead to Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid
costly repairs not covered by the DEF can be purchased at your
vehicle warranty. authorized dealers. Additionally,
some diesel truck fueling stations or
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is used retailers may have DEF for
with diesel engines to reduce the purchase. For vehicles with an
amount of regulated emissions active OnStar or connected services
produced. Products such as AdBlue plan, OnStar can help to locate a
are types of DEF. The fluid level in DEF retailer. See “Customer
the DEF tank must be maintained Assistance Offices” in the owner’s
for the vehicle to run properly. DEF manual for phone numbers to assist
in contacting a dealer. See The blue DEF cap is behind the
is not a fuel additive. DEF freezes fuel/DEF door. Do not remove the
when exposed to temperatures Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 85. fuel and DEF caps at the same
below −11 °C (12 °F). For DEF tank time. Fill diesel fuel and DEF
capacity see Capacities and independently. Turn the DEF cap
Specifications 0 89. counterclockwise to remove.
In cold conditions DEF can freeze in
the DEF fill pipe opening. If this
prevents the filling of the DEF tank,
place the vehicle in a warm garage
overnight.
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always add at least 7.5 L (2 gal) of
fluid to release the vehicle from
speed limitation.
If DEF is added under freezing
conditions it may require less fluid to
fill the DEF tank.
When fluid reaches the top of the
DEF fill pipe, stop filling. Do not top
off the DEF tank. If using a bottle or
jug to refill DEF, follow the
instructions on the container label
and use a dedicated fill aid.
Caution
Do not overfill the DEF tank and
do not allow DEF to contact the
finished surfaces of the vehicle,
as it could damage the vehicle
finish. If DEF is spilled during
filling, wipe any affected surface
with a damp cloth.
When replacing the DEF cap, turn it

Fill the DEF tank on level ground capacity see Capacities and clockwise until it clicks. Make sure
and with the vehicle off. When Specifications 0 89. When adding the cap is fully installed.
adding DEF, it is recommended to DEF to an empty or very low tank, Push the fuel/DEF door closed.
fully fill the DEF tank. For DEF tank
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DEF Low (300 mi) of remaining range before The speed limitation will occur in a
As the DEF level drops, warnings the exhaust fluid tank becomes series of steps with the final speed
will automatically be displayed in the empty. limitation being 8 km/h (5 mph)
Driver Information Center (DIC). As the fluid level nears empty, these along with a flashing warning light
Select Vehicle Information in the messages appear every time the and chimes.
DIC to view DEF level status. See vehicle is started. Adding fresh DEF to the system
Driver Information Center (DIC) If the DEF low warnings are ignored may resolve the problem after
0 12. and the DEF tank becomes empty, several kilometers/miles of driving,
Refill the DEF tank at the first the DIC will display messages that depending on several factors. If the
opportunity after a low warning describe the action needed and DIC message persists, see your
indication to avoid vehicle speed distance until vehicle speed is dealer or additional DIC messages
limitations. limited. For the DEF warning light may display.
It may take some time for the symbol, see Diesel Exhaust Fluid Service DEF System
vehicle to detect that DEF has been (DEF) Warning Light 0 11.
If a problem occurs with the DEF
added. If there was a vehicle speed DEF Quality Poor system, a DIC message displays
limitation, it will be removed along with distance until vehicle
gradually and it may take several Use only DEF that is GM approved,
or fluid containing the API certified speed is limited.
kilometers/miles for the DIC
message to update. or ISO 22241 label. The speed limitation will occur in a
DEF has an expiration date. If the series of steps with the final speed
If DEF is added under freezing limitation being 8 km/h (5 mph)
conditions, additional time may be system detects poor quality,
or contaminated or diluted DEF, a along with a flashing warning light
required to remove speed and chimes.
limitations. DIC message will display along with
distance until vehicle speed is In some cases, this message will
The DEF range DIC message first limited. clear itself, indicating that the DEF
displays at approximately 1 600 km system was able to correct the
(1,000 mi). This message appears condition. If the DIC message
again at approximately 500 km
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persists, see your dealer or Brakes The exhaust brake only activates
additional DIC messages may when the transmission torque
display. converter is locked. This can vary
Exhaust Brake based on vehicle speed, gear,
Service Emission System and load.
The exhaust brake can be used to
If a problem occurs with the vehicle enhance the vehicle brake system To activate the system, press
emission system, a DIC message and reduce brake lining wear.
displays along with distance until EXHAUST BRAKE q on the center
vehicle speed is limited. The speed Downshifts may be automatically stack.
limitation will occur in a series of selected to increase engine speed,
which increases the effectiveness of A light in the switch will come on
steps with the final speed limitation when the exhaust brake is
of 88 km/h (55 mph) and chimes. In the exhaust brake. The number of
downshifts selected is determined activated. The switch must be
some cases, this message will clear pressed at each vehicle start for the
itself, indicating that the emission by the length of time the brakes are
applied and the rate the vehicle is system to be active.
system was able to correct the
condition. If the DIC message slowing. The system delivers the The Driver Information Center (DIC)
persists, see your dealer or correct amount of braking to assist displays the message EXHAUST
additional DIC messages may in vehicle control. The heavier the BRAKE ON for approximately
display. vehicle load, the more active the three seconds, then clears.
engine exhaust brake will be. Use of To turn the brake off, press the
the exhaust brake will help maintain exhaust brake switch a second time.
vehicle speed when used with The DIC displays the message
cruise control. See “Cruise Control” EXHAUST BRAKE OFF for
in the owner’s manual. approximately three seconds, then
Automatic downshifts will not occur clears.
if the vehicle is in Range Selection The exhaust brake will be more
Mode. See “Manual Mode” in the active when in Tow/Haul Mode.
owner’s manual.
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Fuel Fuel Additives Do not use a diesel blend containing
more than 20% biodiesel by volume.
TOP TIER Detergent Diesel is
Top Tier Fuel highly recommended for use with
your vehicle. If your area does not Caution
GM recommends the use of TOP
TIER Diesel Fuel to keep the engine have TOP TIER Detergent Diesel, Use of fuel that does not comply
clean, reduce engine deposits, and GM recommends the use of with the required technical
maintain optimal vehicle ACDelco Diesel Fuel Conditioner.
standards can lead to engine
performance. Look for the TOP This will help maintain optimal
power loss, increased wear,
TIER Logo or see engine performance. GM does not
recommend other aftermarket diesel or engine damage and may void
www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP your warranty.
TIER Diesel Fuel marketers and additives.
applicable countries. If low-quality diesel is used for Some improper fuels are:
refueling, GM recommends adding . Diesel fuel with the addition
ACDelco Fuel System Treatment of gasoline.
Plus-Diesel to help clean engine . Diesel fuel mixed with
deposits. This is available only at
engine oil or automatic
your GM dealer.
transmission fluid.
Fuel for Diesel Engines . Triglyceride fuels, such as
raw vegetable oil or animal
The selection of a high-quality fuel fat, in any form, including
is important for maintaining optimum with blends of diesel or
vehicle performance. Diesel fuel biodiesel.
should meet or exceed the minimum
requirements in the most current . Marine diesel fuel and
versions of the local fuel standards. fuel oils.
Do not use fuel with more than 15 (Continued)
ppm sulfur.
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Some conditions, such as dirty fuel, conventional diesel fuel and
Caution (Continued) may decrease fuel filter life and a biodiesel blends, but may not
CHANGE FUEL FILTER message prevent all cases.
. Diesel-water emulsions, may come on in the Driver In case of severe winter conditions,
such as Aquazole. Information Center (DIC). the fuel filter may become clogged
. Aftermarket diesel fuel
Climate Grade Diesel Fuels by wax naturally present in the fuel.
additives, which contain To unclog it, move the vehicle to a
alcohols, organo-metallic At temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F), warm garage area and allow the
additives, or water avoid using biodiesel blends above filter to warm up. The fuel filter may
emulsifiers. 5% by volume. Using such a fuel need to be replaced. See Fuel Filter
may cause fuel filter plugging, Replacement 0 36.
system gelling, and freezing, which
may adversely impact vehicle
Caution starting.
Biodiesel
Biodiesel is a renewable fuel
If the vehicle is accidentally Severe winter grade diesel fuel,
such as 1-D diesel fuel or Arctic produced from vegetable oils or
refueled with gasoline, do not animal fats that have been
continue driving the vehicle. grade diesel fuel, can be used in
chemically modified to make it
Driving the vehicle will damage extreme cold temperatures (below
compatible with diesel fuel.
the fuel system. Have the vehicle −18 °C or 0 °F); however, doing so
towed to a qualified technician to will reduce power and fuel economy.
Avoid using severe winter grade fuel Caution
have the gasoline removed from
the tank and fuel system. Refuel in warm or hot climates. It can result
in stalling, poor starting, and Do not use home-made biodiesel
with Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel fuel. or home test kits because the
damage to the fuel injection system.
It is also recommended to have quality cannot be verified by
the fuel system flushed with Ultra Fuels improperly blended for cold approved scientific methods. Do
Low Sulfur Diesel, to ensure all temperature operation may result in not use raw vegetable oil or other
gasoline is removed. restricted fuel filters. The vehicle is
unmodified bio-oils, fats,
equipped with a fuel heating system
to prevent gelling or waxing of (Continued)
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As a renewable fuel, biodiesel refueled with biodiesel-free fuel, and
Caution (Continued) provides some environmental driven several kilometers (miles)
benefits. However, biodiesel has before storage.
or blends of vegetable oil with unique properties and needs to be
diesel. They could damage the
fuel system and engine, and
handled differently than diesel fuel. Cold Weather Operation
Its use presents additional risks and
damages would not be covered may not be appropriate in all In cold weather, the fuel filter may
by the vehicle warranty. situations. Certain vehicle operating become clogged by wax naturally
modes increase these risks and present in the fuel. To unclog it,
should be avoided. move the vehicle to a warm garage
Biodiesel Blends area and allow the filter to warm up.
Fuels with a biodiesel content up to Biodiesel fuel quality degrades with The fuel filter may need to be
20% by volume may be used (e.g., time and exposure to high replaced. See Fuel Filter
named B20). Only use biodiesel temperature quicker than Ultra Low Replacement 0 36.
blends up to 20% by volume that Sulfur Diesel fuel. More frequent
refueling provides the best At temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F),
comply with your country’s or it is recommended to avoid using
region’s fuel standards. opportunity to have a supply of fresh
fuel. Storage at hot ambient biodiesel blends above 5% blend.
temperatures will accelerate This blend may cause fuel filter
Caution biodiesel degradation. plugging, system gelling, and
freezing that may affect vehicle
Do not use blends containing If the vehicle is not driven often and starting. You may need to turn the
more than 20% biodiesel. Any uses little fuel, or if it is stored for ignition on and off a few times
engine, fuel system, or exhaust extended periods of time, avoid the before the vehicle will start. Also,
after-treatment system damage use of biodiesel blended fuels idle the vehicle for a couple of
would not be covered by the above 5% by volume. When the minutes before accelerating.
vehicle warranty. vehicle is stored for longer than one
month, it should be run out of It is recommended to use Ultra Low
biodiesel to below one-quarter tank, Sulfur No. 1-D diesel fuel or a blend
of No. 1-D and No. 2-D diesel fuel to
enhance vehicle operation in cold
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weather at temperatures below 0 °C Water in Fuel Troubleshooting
(32 °F). Use of No. 1-D diesel fuel Caution
If the WATER IN FUEL SERVICE
may lower the fuel economy. For
Water in the diesel fuel can REQUIRED message comes on:
additional information for better cold
weather operation, see Engine corrode internal components of Recommended
Heater 0 21. the fuel system and lead to Problem Action
severe damage. It can also
support fungus or bacteria Message The fuel filter is
Water in Fuel displays but partially filled
growth, which can damage the
Improper fuel tank inspection or goes off during with water. Drain
fuel system. Even with a diesel the ignition the water as
cleaning, or contaminated fuel from fuel biocide, the fuel system may
suppliers, can cause water to be cycle. soon as
still need to be cleaned. Your possible. See
pumped into the fuel tank along with dealer can advise of the
the diesel fuel. If a WATER IN FUEL "Removing
appropriate solution. Water from the
SERVICE REQUIRED message
displays, the water must be drained If the fuel tank needs to be Fuel Filter"
immediately. purged to remove water, see your following.
dealer or a qualified technician.
{ Warning Improper purging can damage the
fuel system.
Diesel fuel containing water is still
combustible. You or others could
be burned. If the fuel needs to be
drained, keep sparks, flames, and
smoking materials away from the
mixture.
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Recommended Recommended Caution
Problem Action Problem Action
Message Drain the fuel Immediately A large amount Driving with this message on can
displays and filter after refueling, of water is in the damage the fuel injection system
stays on. immediately. message fuel tank. Drain and the engine. If the message
If no water can displays and the fuel filter comes on right after a refuel,
be drained, and stays on. immediately. water was pumped into the fuel
the temperature If the message tank. Turn off the engine and
is below stays on or drain the water immediately.
freezing, then comes back on
water may be without
frozen in the refueling, then Removing Water from the Fuel
filter. Move the fuel tank purging Filter
vehicle to a is required. See To drain water:
warm location to your dealer.
thaw the water, If the message 1. Turn the engine off and apply
then drain the displays and the the parking brake.
fuel. If water still engine stalls or
does not drain, runs rough, do
see your dealer. not drive until
the water
contaminated
fuel is drained.
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5. Start the engine and let it run Priming the Fuel System
for a few minutes. During the There is an electric priming pump
draining process, air may have that will bring fuel to the engine and
entered the fuel system. If the eliminate air in the fuel lines. To
engine stalls, the fuel system prime the engine:
may need to be primed. See
“Fuel Priming” following. 1. Correct any condition that
caused the loss of prime.
Fuel Priming
2. Turn the ignition on for
For the fuel system to work properly, 30 seconds. Do not start the
the fuel lines must be full of fuel. engine. The fuel pump will start
If air gets in, the fuel lines need to priming.
be primed before operating the
2. Place a container under the 3. Turn the ignition off, then back
vehicle.
filter drain valve. The filter drain on, and crank the engine for
valve is on the bottom of the If air is present, the following may 15 seconds.
fuel filter. The filter drain valve have happened:
4. If the engine does not start,
is under the vehicle on the . The vehicle ran out of fuel. repeat Steps 2 and 3 until the
driver side, inside the
. The fuel filter was removed. engine starts.
frame rail.
. The fuel lines were removed or If the engine does not start
3. Open the drain valve by turning
disconnected. after repeating Steps 2 and 3
it counterclockwise. Allow the
three times, turn the ignition off
filter to drain until all of the . The fuel filter water drain valve for 60 seconds.
water has been removed. was opened while the engine
Close the valve. was running. 5. Repeat the above steps until
the engine starts.
4. Properly dispose of the water
contaminated fuel. 6. If the engine starts, but does
not run smoothly, increase the
engine speed slightly.
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7. If the engine starts and runs Fuel Filter Replacement
but stalls again, turn the
ignition off for 60 seconds.
8. When the engine starts, let it
{ Warning
idle for a few minutes and Diesel fuel is flammable. It could
check the filter for any leaks. start a fire if something ignites it,
and people could be burned. Do
Running Out of Fuel not let it get on hot engine parts,
and keep matches or other
If the engine has stalled due to
running out of fuel, try to restart it: ignition sources away.
1. If parked on a level surface,

add at least 3.8 L (1 gal) of fuel. The fuel filter is on the driver side, 3. Remove the filter element cap
Up to 18.9 L (5 gal) may be inside the frame rail. by turning it counterclockwise.
needed if parked on a slope. To replace the fuel filter: 4. Remove the filter element.
2. Follow the vehicle fuel system 1. Drain any water from the filter. If there is any dirt on the filter
priming procedure earlier in See “Removing Water from the sealing surface, clean it off.
this section to re-prime the Fuel Filter” in Water in Fuel 5. Install the new filter element
system and restart the engine. 0 33. and o-ring.
If the malfunction indicator lamp Keep the engine off until the 6. Reinstall and tighten the filter
(check engine light) comes on due procedure is completed. cap to the housing.
to running out of fuel, it may take a
2. Apply the parking brake. 7. Use the fuel filter priming
few drive cycles to clear.
procedure to prime the fuel
filter. See “Fuel Priming” in
Water in Fuel 0 33.
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8. Start the engine and let it idle
for five minutes. Check the fuel Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
filter and air bleed valve for
leaks. Follow these guidelines to help . Keep children away from
9. Reset the fuel filter monitor. avoid injuries to you and others: the fuel pump and never let
See Driver Information Center . Read and follow all the children pump fuel.
(DIC) 0 12. instructions on the fuel . Before touching the fill
pump island. nozzle, touch a metallic
Filling the Tank . Turn off the engine when object to discharge static
refueling. electricity from your body.
An arrow on the fuel gauge
indicates which side of the vehicle . . Fuel can spray out if the fuel
Keep sparks, flames, and
the fuel door is on. See “Fuel smoking materials away cap is opened too quickly.
Gauge” in the Owner’s Manual. Do from fuel. This spray can happen if the
not refill the diesel fuel and Diesel tank is nearly full, and is
Exhaust Fluid (DEF) at the . Do not leave the fuel pump more likely in hot weather.
same time. unattended. Open the fuel cap slowly
. Avoid using electronic and wait for any hiss noise
{ Warning devices while refueling. to stop, then unscrew the
cap all the way.
. Do not re-enter the vehicle
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn
while pumping fuel.
violently and can cause injury or
death. (Continued)
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued) { Warning

. Vehicle performance issues, If a fire starts while you are
including engine stalling and refueling, do not remove the fill
damage to the fuel system. nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
. Fuel spills. shutting off the pump or by
notifying the station attendant.
. Under certain conditions, Leave the area immediately.
fuel fires.
Diesel fuel can foam when filling the

tank. The automatic pump nozzle Caution
Double Cab Shown, Crew Cab
may shut off, even if the tank is not
Similar If a new fuel cap is needed, be
full. Wait for the foaming to stop,
Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise and then fill the tank more slowly. sure to get the right type of cap
to remove. When refueling, hang the Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait from your dealer. The wrong type
fuel cap from the hook on the fuel five seconds after pumping before of fuel cap may not fit properly
door. Fully insert and latch the fill removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel and could damage the fuel
nozzle, begin fueling. from painted surfaces as soon as system.
possible. See Exterior Care 0 78.
{ Warning Reinstall the cap by turning it
clockwise until it clicks. Push the
Overfilling the fuel tank by more fuel door closed.
than three clicks of a standard fill
nozzle may cause:
(Continued)
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Accidental Refueling with Trailer Towing
Gasoline Warning (Continued)
When towing at high elevation on
means. You or others could be steep uphill grades, consider the
Caution badly burned and the vehicle following:
If the vehicle is accidentally could be damaged. Always:
Engine coolant at higher elevation
refueled with gasoline, do not . Use approved fuel will boil at a lower temperature than
continue driving the vehicle containers. at or near sea level. If the engine is
except to get to a location where . Remove the container from turned off immediately after towing
it can be stopped safely. Driving the vehicle, trunk, or pickup at high elevation on steep uphill
the vehicle will damage the bed before filling. grades, the vehicle may show signs
engine. Tow the vehicle for similar to engine overheating. To
. Place the container on the
service. Have the gasoline avoid this, let the engine run while
ground. parked (preferably on level ground)
removed from the tank and fuel
system. . Place the nozzle inside the with the transmission in P (Park)
fill opening of the container and the parking brake applied for at
before dispensing fuel, and least five minutes before turning the
Filling a Portable Fuel keep it in contact with the fill engine off. If the overheat warning
Container opening until filling is comes on, see Engine Overheating
complete. 0 74.
{ Warning . Fill the container no more Use the following chart to determine
the maximum the trailer can weigh,
than 95% full to allow for
Filling a portable fuel container expansion. based upon your vehicle model and
while it is in the vehicle can cause . Do not smoke, light options.
fuel vapors that can ignite either matches, or use lighters All axles of the trailer must be
by static electricity or other while pumping fuel. equipped with brakes adequate for
(Continued) . Do not use electronic the intended use. Trailer braking
equipment conforming to Canadian
devices while pumping fuel.
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Standards Association (CSA) Axle Weight Rating). See “Total
requirement CAN3-D313, or its Weight on the Vehicle's Tires” in the
equivalent, is recommended. owner’s manual.
See “Trailer Towing” in the owner’s After loading the trailer, weigh the
manual for kingpin weight and trailer trailer and then the tongue,
tongue weight information. separately, to see if the weights are
proper. If they are not, adjustments
Weight of the Trailer Tongue might be made by moving some
The tongue weight load (1) of any items around in the trailer.
trailer is very important because it is If a cargo carrier is used in the
also part of the vehicle weight. The trailer hitch receiver, choose a
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) carrier that positions the load as
includes the curb weight of the The trailer tongue weight (1) should close to the vehicle as possible.
vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and be 10-15% of the total loaded Make sure the total weight,
the people who will be riding in the trailer (2). including the carrier, is no more than
vehicle as well as trailer tongue half of the maximum allowable
Do not exceed the maximum
weight. Vehicle options, equipment, tongue weight for the vehicle or
allowable tongue weight for the
passengers, and cargo in the 227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less.
vehicle. Choose the shortest hitch
vehicle reduce the amount of
extension that will position the hitch
tongue weight the vehicle can carry,
ball closest to the vehicle. This will
which will also reduce the trailer
help reduce the effect of trailer
weight the vehicle can tow.
tongue weight on the rear axle.
Trailer rating may be limited by the
vehicle's ability to carry tongue
weight. Tongue or kingpin weight
cannot cause the vehicle to exceed
the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) or the RGAWR (Rear Gross
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Conversions and PTO Switch Refer to the bulletins in the GM
Upfitter Integration website
Add-Ons www.gmupfitter.com for the PTO
Operating Description and
Power Take-Off (PTO) Application Guide.
If equipped, the Power Take-Off
(PTO) is a GM Upfitter integrated { Warning
system that creates an auxiliary Engine exhaust contains Carbon
power source for running add-on
Monoxide (CO), which cannot be
equipment, such as salt spreaders,
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
snow plows, winches, and lift
buckets. It controls engine speed to can cause unconsciousness or
values higher than normal base idle, even death. Never operate PTO
PTO integral clutch engagement, in an enclosed area such as a
and remote starting and shutdown If equipped, there is an available garage or building that has no
of the engine. PTO switch in the auxiliary fresh air ventilation. See “Engine
switchbank in one of the right side Exhaust” in the owner’s manual.
positions.
When installing PTO aftermarket
equipment, the PTO wiring and { Warning
operation recommendations
provided by the service manual and If the key is in the ignition (Key
GM Upfitter documentation must be Access) or the RKE transmitter is
strictly followed. in the vehicle (Keyless Access)
during Remote PTO operation,
the vehicle can be shifted out of
P (Park). Even though PTO will
(Continued)
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. Mobile ‐ Mobile
Warning (Continued)
In-cab control only. Variable The configuration is
be disengaged, depending on speed control only available. variable only.
PTO Upfitter application, personal . Operator Selectable In-Cab Selection between OSIM
injury or property damage may Mode (OSIM) pairings is not available.
result from vehicle movement.
In-cab operation only. Remote modes are not
Always remove the key from the
OSIM is for vehicles that require available.
ignition or the RKE transmitter
from the vehicle before operating both stationary and mobile The factory default programming
Remote PTO, unless the Remote modes. OSIM is available via the enables in-cab control. For
Operation In-Cab Enable feature GM Service Tool only. During the stationary modes, the GM Service
is used. configuration of OSIM, two Tool can reprogram the system to
modes must be paired: allow for remote control and disable
stationary preset and mobile, the in-cab control.
Primary PTO Operating Modes or stationary variable and All PTO modes provide for engine
PTO modes of operation are: mobile. During activation of rpm control and PTO clutch control.
OSIM, one of the two modes
. Preset within the pre-configured pairing All PTO modes provide for safety
Stationary operation only: In-cab must be selected. If an OSIM interlocks for PTO load
control is standard, remote mode is not selected, PTO will disengagement.
control is available. Preset not operate. Remote PTO modes provide for
speed control is standard. OSIM modes of operation are: remote engine starting and
. Variable shutdown.
‐ Stationary
Available in in-cab control and in Stationary in-cab and Remote PTO
The configuration may be modes provide for engine shutdown
remote control. stationary preset or stationary due to critical engine conditions, as
variable. well as a timed engine shutdown
feature.
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Preset PTO the PTO present speeds if 3. When the PTO indicator light is
configured by the GM Service either flashing or on solid, the
Preset Enable Conditions –
Tool. The PTO must be PTO clutch will be activated.
In-Cab Operation
operated below the Max PTO Preset Enable Conditions –
To enable PTO: Engine Speed configured. Remote Operation
1. With the engine running, shift Factory Default PTO Engine This requires programming with the
the vehicle into P (Park) and Speeds GM Service Tool and remote switch
set the parking brake. Do not
Standby 900 rpm panel provided by GM Upfitter.
press the brake pedal.
Set 1 (SET−) 1200 rpm 1. Confirm cruise control is off.
2. Confirm cruise control is off.
Set 2 (+RES) 1900 rpm 2. Set the parking brake and shift
3. Press and release the PTO
the transmission into P (Park).
in-cab switch below the climate
controls in the center stack. The first time PTO is used: 3. Turn the ignition off or remove
The PTO clutch will engage. 1. The PTO Control setting on the the ignition key, if equipped.
The PTO indicator light will GM Service Tool is 4. Confirm the hood is closed.
flash rapidly until the engine programmed to Interior Mode
reaches the PTO Standby 5. From outside the vehicle, press
PTO Switch. and release the Remote PTO
Speed and it will then be on
steady. 2. Check the correct operation of Arm switch.
the default PTO preset 6. Within five seconds, open and
4. Once the PTO Standby Speed stationary mode to observe the
is reached, use SET− and close the Remote PTO Engine
three idle up speeds. The PTO Start/Shutdown switch.
+RES on the cruise control to function should be confirmed
reach the Set 1 or Set 2 PTO before any wiring modifications 7. The horn will chirp, and engine
engine speeds. are done or any starting will be initiated. The
The accelerator pedal is reprogramming is attempted. PTO system will then elevate
disabled in standard See your dealer if the default engine rpm to PTO Standby
configuration. The accelerator presets are not functioning
pedal may be used to override properly.
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Speed and engage the PTO 6. The Remote PTO Set switch
clutch. Park lamps will Warning (Continued) may be used to select PTO Set
come on. 1 and Set 2 engine speeds.
Remote PTO, unless the Remote
8. The Remote PTO Set switch Operation In-Cab Enable feature The accelerator pedal is disabled
can now be used to set the is used. when Remote PTO operation is
PTO Set 1 and Set 2 engine selected.
speeds. The vehicle may be exited.
Preset Enable Conditions –
The accelerator pedal is disabled Remote Operation In-Cab Enable With the Remote Operation In-Cab
when Remote PTO operation is Enable feature remote PTO
selected. This requires programming with the
GM Service Tool and remote switch operation may be ended by
panel provided by GM Upfitter. pressing the brake pedal, at which
{ Warning time the PTO clutch disengages and
To start remote operation in-cab: the engine returns to base idle
If the key is in the ignition (Key speed. The vehicle can be driven
1. With the engine running, shift
Access) or the RKE transmitter is after the parking brake is released.
the vehicle into P (Park),
in the vehicle (Keyless Access) release the brake pedal, and
during Remote PTO operation, Preset Enable Conditions –
set the parking brake. Operator Selectable In-Cab
the vehicle can be shifted out of
2. Confirm cruise control is off. Mode (OSIM)
P (Park). Even though PTO will
be disengaged, depending on 3. Confirm the hood is closed. This requires programming with the
PTO Upfitter application, personal GM Service Tool and requires
4. Press and release the in-cab pairing OSIM stationary preset with
injury or property damage may PTO switch.
result from vehicle movement. OSIM mobile mode. If OSIM pairing
Always remove the key from the 5. The horn will chirp, the PTO has been configured, initiate OSIM
ignition or the RKE transmitter clutch will engage, and the preset operation:
from the vehicle before operating engine will advance to the PTO
Standby Speed. Park lamps
(Continued) will come on.
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1. With the engine running, shift 6. The PTO clutch will engage reaches the PTO Standby
the vehicle into P (Park), and the PTO indicator light will Speed and it will then be on
release the brake pedal, and change to solid when the steady.
set the parking brake. engine speed reaches the PTO 3. Once PTO Standby Speed is
2. Confirm cruise control is off. Standby Speed. Press and reached, SET− and +RES on
release SET− on the cruise the cruise control can be used
3. Confirm the hood is closed. control to select the PTO Set 1 to tap up and tap down the
4. Press and release the in-cab speed. Press and release engine speed. Factory setting
PTO switch. The PTO indicator +RES on the cruise control to for the tap step is 100 rpm and
light will flash slowly. select the PTO Set 2 speed. the setting for the ramp rate is
5. Within 10 seconds, press and Variable PTO 148 rpm/sec. The GM Service
release SET− on the cruise Tool can enable changing the
Variable Enable Conditions – default value for tap step
control. In-Cab Operation through vehicle
. The PTO clutch engages personalization. The default
This requires programming with the
when the PTO operation is GM Service Tool. values for both tap step and
initiated by the switch input. ramp rate can be changed with
To enable PTO:
. The first elevated engine the GM Service Tool. The
speed, PTO Standby 1. With the engine running, shift accelerator pedal is disabled,
Speed, is intended as the vehicle into P (Park), and cannot be used to control
verification that the system release the brake pedal, and PTO engine speed.
is active and ready to go to set the parking brake. Make
Variable Enable Conditions –
a working speed. This sure Cruise Control is off.
Remote Operation
speed can be modified to a 2. Press and release the PTO
working speed with the GM This requires programming with the
in-cab switch below the climate
Service Tool. The upper GM Service Tool and the
controls in the center stack.
limit for PTO Standby appropriate remote switch panel
The PTO clutch will engage.
Speed is 1500 rpm. provided by GM Upfitter.
The PTO indicator light will
flash rapidly until the engine 1. Confirm cruise control is off.
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2. Set the parking brake and shift 4. Press and release the PTO
the transmission into P (Park). Warning (Continued) in-cab switch.
3. Turn the ignition off or remove P (Park). Even though PTO will 5. The horn will chirp, the PTO
the ignition key, if equipped. be disengaged, depending on clutch will engage, and the
4. Confirm the hood is closed. PTO Upfitter application, personal engine will advance to the PTO
injury or property damage may Standby Speed.
5. From outside the vehicle, press
result from vehicle movement. The vehicle may be exited.
and release the Remote PTO
Arm switch. Always remove the key from the The accelerator pedal is disabled
ignition or the RKE transmitter when Remote PTO operation is
6. Within five seconds, open and from the vehicle before operating
close the Remote PTO Engine selected.
Remote PTO, unless the Remote
Start/Shutdown switch. Operation In-Cab Enable feature . The desired engine operating
7. The horn will chirp, and then is used. speed can now be reached.
engine starting will be Switches or potentiometer
automatically initiated. The engine rpm controls are
Variable Enable Conditions – available, depending on which
PTO system will engage the
Remote Operation In-Cab Enable one was installed.
PTO clutch and then elevate
Starting Remote Operation from
engine rpm to PTO Standby ‐ Switches – The Remote PTO
In-Cab
Speed. Set and Resume switches can
This requires programming with the be used to tap up and tap
{ Warning GM Service Tool and remote switch
panel provided by GM Upfitter.
down to the desired engine
speed.
If the key is in the ignition (Key 1. With the engine running, shift ‐ Potentiometer – A Remote
Access) or the RKE transmitter is the vehicle into P (Park), PTO Throttle Potentiometer
in the vehicle (Keyless Access) release the brake pedal, and can be used as a continuous
during Remote PTO operation, set the parking brake. variable throttle control to dial
the vehicle can be shifted out of in the desired engine speed.
2. Confirm cruise control is off.
(Continued)
3. Confirm the hood is closed.
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Press the brake pedal to end 5. Within 10 seconds, press and . Factory setting for the tap step is
remote PTO operation. The PTO release SET− on the cruise 100 rpm and the setting for ramp
clutch disengages and the engine control. The PTO clutch will rate is 148 rpm/sec. The value
returns to base idle speed. The engage and the engine speed for tap step can be modified
vehicle can be driven after the will advance to the PTO through vehicle personalization.
parking brake is released. Standby Speed. The PTO The values for both tap step and
Variable Enable Conditions indicator light will change to ramp rate can be changed with
– OSIM solid. the GM Service Tool.
6. Tap +RES and SET− on the . Refer to the service manual or
This requires programming with the
GM Service Tool and specific cruise control for the desired go to the GM Upfitter Integration
pairing of stationary variable and operating speed. website www.gmupfitter.com.
mobile modes. Remote operation is . The first elevated engine speed, Mobile PTO
not available. PTO Standby Speed, is intended
as verification that the system is Mobile Enable Conditions –
If OSIM pairing has been In-Cab Operation Only
configured, initiate OSIM stationary active and ready to go to a
variable operation: working speed. This requires programming with the
. The engine speeds can be GM Service Tool.
1. With the engine running, shift
the vehicle into P (Park), adjusted between the low of 1. The engine must be running.
release the brake pedal, and PTO Standby Speed and the
2. The parking brake must be
set the parking brake. high of PTO Max Engine Speed
released.
limits. Both values can be
2. Confirm cruise control is off. modified with the GM Service 3. Confirm cruise control is off.
3. Confirm the hood is closed. Tool. Based on the value chosen 4. Engine rpm must be less than
for PTO Max Engine Speed, the 1500 rpm.
4. Press and release the PTO PTO menu in the center stack
in-cab switch. The PTO may show speeds that are not 5. Shift the transmission to L1,
indicator light will flash slowly. available. L2, L3, L4, or L5.
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6. Tap the brake pedal but do not will not engage. PTO can be speed. Normal tap up and
continue pressing the brake engaged when the engine tap down can then be used
pedal. speed drops below 1500 rpm. to fine tune the setting.
7. Keep the driver door closed. 9. Once engaged, if additional In Mobile PTO mode, the vehicle
The driver door can be kept engine speed is desired, use speed reached is the result of the
open if reconfigured using the either the cruise control or the current engine speed requested and
GM Service Tool. See accelerator pedal to temporarily the transmission gear range
www.gmupfitter.com. adjust the engine speed. selected. The gears available for
8. Press and release the PTO ‐ +RES or SET− on the cruise selection are L1 through L5. The
in-cab switch below the climate control can be used to tap up transmission may limit the selection
controls in the center stack. or down, or if continuously of a higher gear until a minimum
Within 10 seconds press and held to ramp up or down, to speed for that gear is reached.
release +RES on the cruise the desired operating speed. Attempts to up-shift higher than L5
control. The PTO indicator light Top limit is PTO Max Engine will be denied by the transmission
will flash slowly between Speed, default 2100 rpm and system.
presses. The PTO clutch will programmable to 3100 rpm. Mobile Enable Conditions –
engage and the PTO indicator Lower limit is PTO Standby Operator Selectable In-Cab
light will flash rapidly until PTO Speed, default 900 rpm with Mode (OSIM)
reaches Standby Speed, and program range from base This requires programming with the
then the light will become idle to 900 rpm. GM Service Tool and specific
steady. The engine speed will ‐ The accelerator pedal can be pairing mobile mode with either
remain at the current throttle used to achieve the desired stationary preset or variable.
setting or advance to PTO speed. When the desired Remote operation is not available.
Standby Speed, whichever speed is reached, use SET−
value is greater. If the engine See “Mobile PTO” previously in this
on the cruise control to section.
speed is above 1500 rpm capture and maintain that
(configurable), the PTO clutch
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PTO System Disengage stored in memory. Pressing Power Take Off (PTO) operating
Conditions +RES on the cruise control will description and application
restore engine rpm to the last guide.
Preset or Variable Stationary PTO set speed.
Modes – In-Cab Operation . For key access vehicles, turn the
. Press the PTO in-cab switch. ignition on and press the brake
To disengage PTO, do one of the The PTO clutch disengages and pedal. For keyless access
following: the engine returns to base idle. vehicles, hold the push button
. Press the brake pedal. The The PTO indicator light will turn start for two seconds. Press the
engine returns to base idle, but off, indicating the PTO clutch is brake pedal. The PTO clutch
the PTO clutch remains disengaged and the stored set disengages and the engine
engaged. The PTO indicator speed has been cleared from returns to base idle speed.
light will flash slowly indicating memory. Stationary Modes will also
that a PTO set speed is still Stationary Modes (Preset or disengage if:
stored in memory. When the Variable) – Remote Control
brake pedal is released, the . Vehicle movement is detected.
engine speed will return to curb To disengage PTO: . The parking brake is released.
idle. A press and release of . Open the Remote PTO Engine
+RES on the cruise control will . The transmission is shifted out
Start/Shutdown switch. The PTO of P (Park).
restore engine rpm to the last clutch disengages and the
PTO set speed. The PTO engine will stop. . The ignition is cycled from on
system can also be programmed to off.
to return engine rpm to the PTO . If equipped, press the PTO
Emergency Stop switch. The . The PTO feedback signal is lost
Standby Speed setting.
PTO clutch disengages and the indicating the load is disengaged
. Press * on the cruise control. engine will stop. Refer to the if used. See
The engine returns to base idle, bulletins in the GM Upfitter www.gmupfitter.com.
but the PTO clutch remains Integration website . Cruise control becomes enabled.
engaged. The PTO indicator www.gmupfitter.com for the
light will flash slowly indicating
that a PTO set speed is still
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. Timed auto-engine shutdown: Resume memory speed is cleared engine will return to base idle
PTO must be operational for this for the above actions. unless the accelerator pedal is
function to be active. When Remote PTO engine starting pressed. The PTO clutch
. The engine is shut down based has been initialized with the ignition remains engaged. The PTO
on critical engine or PTO system key in the RUN position, the shift indicator light will flash slowly
fault conditions: This feature will lever will remain locked. A shift out indicating that a PTO set speed
shut down the engine when PTO of P (Park) will not be allowed while is still stored in memory. Upon
is operating if a critical engine the engine is running and PTO is releasing the brake, the factory
condition such as low oil, low oil active, until one of the following default programming is for the
pressure, hot engine, hot actions is taken: engine speed to remain at curb
transmission, low fuel, or Diesel idle awaiting an input from +RES
. Press the brake pedal. PTO will on the cruise control to restore
Particulate Filter regeneration is disengage. Engine will run at
detected by the vehicle system. engine rpm to the last PTO set
idle speed and shift lever can be speed. The system can also be
If PTO operation is continued shifted from P (Park).
when critical engine conditions programmed to return engine
are present, a horn chirp . Press the PTO in-cab switch, rpm to the PTO Standby Speed
warning will occur after 30– only if the PTO in-cab Remote setting.
60 seconds. The engine will shut Start/Stop feature is enabled. . Press * on the cruise control.
down two minutes after the horn This requires programming with The engine returns to base idle,
warning. The engine can be the GM Service Tool. PTO will but the PTO clutch remains
restarted with the ignition key or disengage and shift lever can be
engaged. The PTO indicator
with the Remote PTO engine shifted from P (Park).
light will flash slowly indicating
start controls or by push button Mobile Mode that a PTO set speed is still
start. The horn warning and stored in memory. Pressing
engine shutdown will again To disengage PTO:
+RES on the cruise control will
occur if the critical engine . Press the brake pedal. The PTO restore engine rpm to the last
condition is still present. system releases control of PTO set speed.
. Maximum engine torque limit engine speed, but the PTO
has been reached. clutch remains engaged. The
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. Press the PTO in-cab switch. . Engine Speed exceeds Max To disable OSIM Mobile PTO:
The PTO clutch disengages and Engine Speed for more than . Press and release the PTO
the engine returns to base idle. 15 seconds. Factory default in-cab switch.
The PTO indicator light will turn setting = 2100 rpm.
off, indicating the PTO clutch is Prolonged or Extended PTO
disengaged and the stored set . 5 on the cruise control is Operation
speed has been cleared from pressed.
memory. . When operating the vehicle in
The parking brake is applied.
stationary PTO mode, the Diesel
Mobile Mode will also disengage if: . Maximum engine torque limit Particulate Filter (DPF) will continue
. PTO feedback input is lost. The has been reached. to filter the exhaust and build up
engine speed is returned to the Resume memory speed is cleared soot. The engine control system,
PTO Standby speed setting and for the above actions. depending on the speed and load
the load is still engaged. This is being applied by the PTO, may not
configurable with the GM Although the PTO system attempts be able to generate enough energy
Service Tool. to limit accelerator and PTO switch or adequate heat needed to
inputs to comply with maximum automatically clean or regenerate
. Vehicle Speed exceeds Max speed and/or rpm parameters, some the DPF. If manual regeneration is
Vehicle Speed. Factory default vehicle operating conditions such as not initiated, continued operation
setting = 94 km/h (58 mph). PTO downhill acceleration can cause the under conditions that do not allow
will re-engage and advance to vehicle speed or engine rpm to effective regeneration or cleaning
the last engine speed stored in exceed these limits. In those cases, will eventually plug the DPF and
memory when both the vehicle the PTO system may disengage. result in reduced power. The
speed is reduced below 94 km/h ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
(58 mph) and the engine speed Operator Selectable In-Cab
Mode (OSIM) Driver Information Center (DIC)
ramps down below the maximum message and malfunction indicator
PTO engagement speed (1500 To disable OSIM Stationary PTO: lamp will display. See your dealer
rpm factory default setting). . Press and release the PTO for service. To prevent this,
in-cab switch. frequently monitor the vehicle during
stationary PTO operation, and pay
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attention to horn chirps and/or the TAP DOWN : Press and release PTO indicator light will flash slowly
CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER SEE SET− on the cruise control to indicating the previous PTO set
OWNER MANUAL NOW DIC reduce the engine speed by speed has been retained in memory.
warning messages. If the DIC decrements of 100 rpm. The tap
message is displayed during PTO down engine speed decrements can Press and release +RES on the
operation, see Diesel Particulate be adjusted by the GM Service Tool. cruise control to resume the
Filter 0 22 for information on how to In Remote Mode use Set 1 Switch previous PTO set speed.
clean or regenerate the DPF. to reduce engine speed. Adjustment
TAP UP : Press and release +RES
of tap down engine speed
PTO Operational Speed on the cruise control to increase the
decrements can be done through
Control engine speed by increments of 100
vehicle personalization.
rpm. The tap up engine speed
Variable PTO operational speed COAST : Press and hold SET− on increments can be adjusted by the
control provides the following the cruise control to reduce the rpm GM Service Tool. In Remote Mode
functions: at 148 rpm/sec until the desired use Set 2 Switch to increase engine
Cruise Control SET− (In-Cab) or engine speed is reached or until the speed. Adjustment of tap down
Remote PTO Set 1 Switch initial PTO Standby Speed is engine speed increments can be
reached. Use Set 1 Switch in done through vehicle
SET : When PTO is engaged press Remote Mode. The speed change personalization.
and hold the accelerator to obtain will happen after three seconds of
the desired engine speed, then ACCEL : Press and hold +RES on
holding SET− or Set 1 switch.
press and release SET− on the the cruise control to increase the
cruise control. The current engine In-Cab Cruise Control +RES or rpm by 148 rpm/sec until the
speed will be maintained. This Remote PTO Set 2 Switch desired engine speed is reached or
action can be repeated as desired RESUME : After a PTO set speed until the maximum allowable PTO
to capture a higher rpm value. The has been met, a Resume Speed set speed is reached. The speed
PTO set speed cannot exceed 3100 message is retained, after applying change will happen after
rpm, or the PTO Max Engine Speed three seconds of holding +RES or
the brake pedal or pressing * on Set 2 switch. Alternatively, the
configured.
the cruise control . Engine speed engine speed acceleration can be
will reduce to basic idle speed. The adjusted by the GM Service Tool.
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Factory Preset Parameters
The following table lists the factory preset parameters. These may be altered by the GM Service Tool to configure the
various PTO features.
Programmable
Factory Setting Minimum Value Maximum Value
Parameters
PTO Option Configuration VEHICLE STATIONARY, VEHICLE STATIONARY,
PRESET SPEED PRESET SPEED
VEHICLE STATIONARY,
VARIABLE SPEED
VEHICLE MOBILE,
VARIABLE SPEED
PTO Control In-Cab PTO Mode In-Cab PTO Mode, Remote
PTO Mode, Operator
In-Cab Selectable
Mode (OSIM)
Type of Set Switch MOMENTARY MOMENTARY LATCHING
Operation
PTO SET 1 Engine Speed DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED
After PTO On
Interlock or Redundant DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Emergency Stop Feedback
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Programmable
Parameters
Keep PTO Clutch Engaged ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
during Braking or upon
Pressing *
Action after Brake Is RETURN TO BASE RETURN TO BASE RETURN TO
Released IDLE rpm IDLE rpm STANDBY rpm
Max. vehicle speed may be
limited to 40 km/h (25 mph)
if this is programmed with
the GM Service Tool. After
reverting back to RETURN
TO BASE IDLE rpm using
the GM Service Tool, Max.
vehicle speed is also to be
set to required speed.
Set Low Fuel Level for 15% 0% 25%
Engine Shutdown
Engine Run Time with PTO ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Active Timer
Engine Run Time while 420 min 10 min 3480 min
PTO Is Active
PTO Max. Engine Speed 2100 rpm 1100 rpm 3100 rpm
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Programmable
Parameters
Min. Engine Speed for 500 rpm 500 rpm 1000 rpm
PTO Engagement
Max. Engine Speed for 1500 rpm 1000 rpm 1800 rpm
PTO Engagement
PTO Standby rpm 900 rpm 700 rpm 1500 rpm
PTO Set Speed 1 1200 rpm 1100 rpm 2900 rpm
PTO Set Speed 2 1900 rpm 1700 rpm 3100 rpm
Engine Speed Tap Step 100 rpm 4 rpm 500 rpm
Engine Speed Ramp Rate 148 rpm/s 4 rpm/s 148 rpm/s
Maximum Vehicle Speed 94 km/h (58 mph) 30 km/h (19 mph) 94 km/h (58 mph)
Minimum Remote 2% 0% 50%
Potentiometer Threshold
Maximum Remote 95% 50% 100%
Potentiometer Threshold
Remote Set Switch SET SPEED 1 STANDBY SPEED, SET SPEED 1, or SET SPEED 2
Transition to Low Voltage
(<33% of Ignition Voltage)
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Programmable
Parameters
Remote Set Switch PTO STANDBY STANDBY SPEED, SET SPEED 1, or SET SPEED 2
Transition to Open State
(>33% of Ignition, and
<67% of Ignition Voltage)
Remote Set Switch SET SPEED 2 STANDBY SPEED, SET SPEED 1, or SET SPEED 2
Transition to High Voltage
(>67% of Ignition Voltage)
Horn Chirps during a ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Remote Start Event
Standby Speed Menu ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Set 1 Speed Menu ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
(In Stationary Preset)
Set 2 Speed Menu ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Engine Run Shutdown ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Time Menu
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Programmable
Parameters
Engine Speed Tap ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Step Menu
(In Stationary Variable and
Mobile)
Remote Set Switch Speed DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Control
Remote Throttle Speed DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Control
Remote Engine Start DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Remote Engine Shutdown DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Throttle Override ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Throttle Override Timer 10 Minutes 1 Minute 13 Minutes
Driver Door Status Usage ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Remote PTO In Cab DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED
Control
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If the PTO factory preset In addition, the PTO indicator light Diesel Particulate Filter
parameters do not match the will come on when all conditions Cleaning during PTO
settings described above, then they required to engage PTO have not Operation
may have already been altered to been met. When enabling PTO, the
satisfy the requirements of the PTO indicator light will turn on, then This feature is only available on
installed PTO system and body turn off after one second. Under fleet and commercial vehicles. To
equipment. normal operating conditions, the verify that the vehicle has this
PTO indicator light will remain on feature, see www.gmupfitter.com to
The following PTO settings are also contact the GM Upfitter Integration
offered through vehicle throughout the PTO operating cycle.
Group.
personalization, which can be Additional in-vehicle PTO module
enabled by your dealer. These information can be accessed by the If equipped, this feature allows for
include the following parameters: dealer. Also see the service manual manual cleaning/regeneration of the
for more information. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) when
. PTO Standby rpm it is unable to clean itself. It may be
. PTO Set 1 Speed Your dealer can access Service Tool necessary to perform a manual
information to determine why PTO regeneration if driving conditions —
. PTO Set 2 Speed may not engage and why PTO may such as extended slow speed,
. Tap Step Speed unexpectedly disengage due to stop-and-go traffic, extended idles,
system conditions. short drive cycles, or stationary PTO
. PTO Engine Run Timer
See www.gmupfitter.com for operation — prevent DPF
Driver Information Center (DIC) information on the installation of self-cleaning.
Warning Messages wiring and programming for PTO Manual regeneration can only be
aftermarket equipment. used when the DPF has become at
If the PTO indicator light does not
remain on, then not all PTO least 90% full. In PTO stationary
enabling conditions have been met. session when DPF is in this
One or more DIC messages may condition, one minute of horn chirps
display if the PTO will not engage is initiated as a warning to the
and the appropriate action must be operator to look for the DIC
taken. message and take action for Manual
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Regeneration. At 100% full, it will
attempt to automatically self-clean if
proper driving conditions are met.
The DPF will clean itself if the
vehicle can be driven above
50 km/h (30 mph) for about
30 minutes.
Manual regeneration can be used
during a stationary PTO session.
However it is strongly recommended
that the exhaust filter be cleaned
before continuous PTO. If manual
regeneration is operating
concurrently with PTO then the PTO
system will retain control of the
engine speed. Low PTO engine
speeds will cause regeneration to
take longer. To initiate a manual
DPF regeneration, see “Manual
Regeneration of Diesel Particulate
Filter” under Diesel Particulate Filter.
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60 Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care General Information GM Accessories are designed to
complement and function with other
systems on the vehicle. See your
Accessories and dealer to accessorize the vehicle
General Information Modifications using genuine GM Accessories
Accessories and
installed by a dealer technician.
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Adding non-dealer accessories or
making modifications to the vehicle See the warranty manual.
Vehicle Checks can affect vehicle performance and
Engine Compartment safety, including such things as Aftermarket Engine
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 airbags, braking, stability, ride and Performance Enhancement
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 handling, emissions systems, Products and Modifications
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 66 aerodynamics, durability, and
Automatic Transmission Some aftermarket engine
electronic systems like antilock performance products and
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 brakes, traction control, and stability
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . 66 modifications promise a way to
control. These accessories or increase the horsepower and torque
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . 67 modifications could even cause
Cooling System (Engine) . . . . . . 69 levels of the vehicle's powertrain.
malfunction or damage not covered You should be aware that these
Cooling System (Low by the vehicle warranty.
Temperature Cooling products could have harmful effects
Circuit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Damage to vehicle components on the performance and life of the
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 resulting from modifications or the engine, exhaust emission system,
Engine Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 installation or use of non-GM transmission, and drivetrain. The
certified parts, including control engines, transmissions, and
Electrical System module or software modifications, is drivetrains have been designed and
Engine Compartment Fuse not covered under the terms of the built to offer industry leading
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 vehicle warranty and may affect durability and performance in the
remaining warranty coverage for most demanding applications.
Appearance Care Engine power enhancement
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 affected parts.
products may enable the engine to
operate at horsepower and torque
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levels that could damage, create
failure, or reduce the life of the
engine, engine emission system,
transmission, and drivetrain.
Damage, failure, or reduced life of
the engine, transmission, emission
system, drivetrain, or other vehicle
components caused by aftermarket
engine performance enhancement
products or modifications might not
be covered under the vehicle
warranty.
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Vehicle Checks
Engine Compartment Overview
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1. Remote Negative (−) Terminal Following these simple, but
2. Remote Positive (+) Terminal important steps will help protect { Warning
your investment:
3. Battery The engine oil dipstick handle
. Use engine oil approved to the may be hot; it could burn you.
4. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter proper specification and of the Use a towel or glove to touch the
5. Engine Fan (Out of View) proper viscosity grade. See dipstick handle.
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
6. Engine Oil Fill Cap in this section.
7. Engine Oil Dipstick If a low oil Driver Information Center
. Check the engine oil level
(DIC) message displays, check the
8. Auxiliary Battery regularly and maintain the oil level.
proper oil level. See “Checking
9. Low Temperature Cooling Engine Oil” and “When to Add Follow these guidelines:
Circuit Coolant Reservoir and Engine Oil” in this section.
Pressure Cap . To get an accurate reading, park
. Change the engine oil at the the vehicle on level ground.
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir appropriate time. See “Engine Check the engine oil level after
11. Engine Compartment Fuse Oil Life System” in the owner’s the engine has been off for at
Block manual. least two hours. Checking the
engine oil level on steep grades
12. Engine Coolant Surge Tank . Always dispose of engine oil
or too soon after engine shutoff
and Pressure Cap properly. See “What to Do with can result in incorrect readings.
13. Auxiliary Fuse Block Used Oil” in this section. Accuracy improves when
14. Windshield Washer Fluid Checking Engine Oil checking a cold engine prior to
Reservoir starting. Remove the dipstick
Check the engine oil level regularly, and check the level.
every 650 km (400 mi), especially
Engine Oil prior to a long trip. The engine oil . If unable to wait two hours, the
dipstick handle is a loop. See engine must be off for at least
To ensure proper engine 15 minutes if the engine is
performance and long life, careful Engine Compartment Overview 0 62
for the location. warm, or at least 30 minutes if
attention must be paid to engine oil.
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the engine is not warm. Pull out Selecting the Right Engine Oil
the dipstick, wipe it with a clean Caution
paper towel or cloth, then push it Specification
back in all the way. Remove it Do not add too much oil. Oil
Oils designated as API CJ-4 or
again, keeping the tip down, and levels above or below the CK-4 are required for the vehicle.
check the level. acceptable operating range The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can
shown on the dipstick are harmful appear either alone or in
When to Add Engine Oil to the engine. If the oil level is combination with other American
above the operating range (i.e., Petroleum Institute (API)
the engine has so much oil that designations, such as API CJ-4/SL.
the oil level gets above the These letters show API levels of
cross-hatched area that shows quality.
the proper operating range), the
engine could be damaged. Drain
the excess oil or limit driving of
If the oil is below the cross-hatched the vehicle, and seek a service
area at the tip of the dipstick and professional to remove the
the engine has been off for at least excess oil.
15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the
recommended oil and then recheck
See Engine Compartment Overview
the level. See “Selecting the Right
0 62 for the location of the engine
Engine Oil” later in this section for
oil fill cap.
an explanation of what kind of oil to
use. For engine oil crankcase Be sure to add enough oil to put the
capacity, see Capacities and level somewhere in the proper
Specifications 0 89. operating range. Push the dipstick
all the way back in when through.
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American Petroleum Institute (API) When selecting an oil of the
Symbol appropriate viscosity grade, always
This doughnut-shaped logo select an oil of the correct
(symbol) is used on most oil specification. See “Specification”
containers to help you select the earlier in this section.
correct oil. It means that the oil has Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil
been certified by the American Flushes — API
Petroleum Institute.
Do not add anything to the oil. The
Look for this on the oil container, recommended oils with the API
and use only those oils that display service symbol are all that is
this logo. needed for good performance and
engine protection.
Caution Engine oil system flushes are not
recommended and could cause
Use only engine oils that have the
engine damage not covered by the
designation CJ-4 or CK-4 for the vehicle warranty.
diesel engine. Failure to use the
recommended oil can damage the What to Do with Used Oil
DPF and result in engine damage Used engine oil contains certain
not covered by the vehicle elements that can be unhealthy for
warranty. your skin and could even cause
cancer. Do not let used oil stay on
Viscosity Grade your skin for very long. Clean your
skin and nails with soap and water,
Use SAE 15W-40 viscosity grade When it is very cold, below −18 °C or a good hand cleaner. Wash or
engine oil. (0 °F), use SAE 5W-40 to improve properly dispose of clothing or rags
cold starting. These numbers on the
oil container show its viscosity,
or thickness.
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containing used engine oil. See the Automatic Transmission Caution (Continued)
manufacturer's warnings about the
use and disposal of oil products.
Fluid
warranty. Always use the correct
Used oil can be a threat to the When to Check and Change automatic transmission fluid. See
environment. If you change your Automatic Transmission Fluid Recommended Fluids and
own oil, be sure to drain all the oil It is usually not necessary to check Lubricants 0 85.
from the filter before disposal. Never the transmission fluid level. The only
dispose of oil by putting it in the reason for fluid loss is a
trash or pouring it on the ground, Change the fluid and filter at
transmission leak or overheated the scheduled maintenance
into sewers, or into streams or transmission. This vehicle is not
bodies of water. Recycle it by taking intervals listed in Maintenance
equipped with a transmission fluid Schedule 0 81. Be sure to use the
it to a place that collects used oil. level dipstick. There is a special transmission fluid listed in
procedure for checking and Recommended Fluids and
Engine Oil Life System changing the transmission fluid in Lubricants 0 85.
The engine oil life system calculates these vehicles. Because this
engine oil life based on vehicle use procedure is difficult, this should be
done at your dealer. Contact your Engine Air Filter Life
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message when it is time dealer for additional information or System
to change the engine oil and filter. refer to the service manual for the If equipped, this feature provides
The oil life system should be reset procedure. the engine air filter’s remaining life
to 100% only following an oil and best timing for a change. The
change. See “Engine Oil Life Caution timing to change an engine air filter
System” in the owner’s manual. depends on driving and
Use of the incorrect automatic environmental conditions.
transmission fluid may damage
the vehicle, and the damage may
not be covered by the vehicle
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When to Change the Engine 3. Press T on the steering wheel, How to Inspect/Replace the
Air Filter or press the trip odometer reset Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
When the Driver Information Center stem if the vehicle does not Do not start the engine or have the
(DIC) displays a message to replace have DIC controls, to move to engine running with the engine air
the engine air filter at the next oil the Reset/Disable display area. filter housing open. Before removing
change, follow this timing. Select Reset, then press the the engine air filter, make sure that
thumbwheel or press the reset the engine air filter housing and
When the DIC displays a message stem for several seconds. nearby components are free of dirt
to replace the engine air filter soon, and debris. Remove the engine air
replace the engine air filter at the 4. Press the thumbwheel or the
reset stem to confirm the reset. filter. Lightly tap and shake the
earliest convenience. engine air filter (away from the
The system must be reset after the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter vehicle) to release dust and dirt.
engine air filter is changed. Inspect the engine air filter for
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the damage, and replace if damaged.
If the DIC displays a message to
engine compartment. See Engine Do not clean the engine air filter or
check the engine air filter system,
Compartment Overview 0 62. components with water or
see your dealer.
compressed air. When changing the
When to Inspect the Engine Air
How to Reset the Engine Air air filter, remove the dust valve from
Cleaner/Filter
Filter Life System the front intake air duct and clean
If the vehicle is not equipped with out any debris if necessary.
To reset: the engine air filter life system, see
1. Place the vehicle in P (Park). Maintenance Schedule 0 81 for Caution
intervals on inspecting and
2. Display the Air Filter Life on the replacing the engine air cleaner/
DIC. See Driver Information Water sprayed into or on the air
filter. intake box in the engine
Center (DIC) 0 12 in the
owner’s manual. compartment may damage the air
filter or electrical components. Do
not spray water into or on the air
intake box.
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3. Remove the six screws (1) 7. Turn the dust valve clockwise
from the housing cover (2). to reinstall.
4. Raise the housing cover. Take 8. Clean the air cleaner/filter
care not to move the air sealing surface and the
cleaner/filter housing base, to housing base.
avoid any air leaks. 9. Install the engine air cleaner/
5. Remove the air cleaner/filter filter.
from the housing base. Take 10. Lower the air cleaner/filter
care to dislodge as little dirt as housing cover and secure with
possible. the six screws.
11. Move the air duct in place and
1. Screws (6) tighten the two clamp screws.
2. Housing Cover 12. Reinstall the wiring harness
3. Electrical Connector electrical connector.
4. Clamps
13. If equipped, reset the engine
To inspect and replace the filter: air filter life system after
1. Disconnect the wiring harness replacing the engine air filter.
electrical connector (3) from See Engine Air Filter Life
the air cleaner/filter housing System 0 66.
cover (2).
2. Loosen the screws on the { Warning
clamps (4) holding the air outlet 6. Turn the dust valve Operating the engine with the air
duct in place. Do not remove counterclockwise to remove cleaner/filter off can cause you or
the clamps. Move the air duct from the front intake air duct. others to be burned. Use caution
aside. Check it for debris and clean
out if necessary. (Continued)
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

when working on the engine. Do leak out. That could cause an
not start the engine or drive the engine fire and can burn you. Fix
vehicle with the air cleaner/filter any leak before driving the
off, as flames may be present if vehicle.
the engine backfires.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is
Caution filled with DEX-COOL engine
coolant mixture. See Recommended
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out Fluids and Lubricants 0 85 and
can easily get into the engine, of View) Maintenance Schedule 0 81.
which could damage it. Always 2. Low Temperature Cooling
have the air cleaner/filter in place The following explains the cooling
Circuit Coolant Surge Tank system and how to add coolant
when driving. and Pressure Cap when it is low. If there is a problem
3. Engine Coolant Surge Tank with engine overheating, see Engine
Cooling System (Engine) and Pressure Cap Overheating 0 74.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
The cooling system allows the
engine to maintain the correct
{ Warning water and DEX-COOL coolant will:
working temperature. Do not touch heater or radiator . Give freezing protection down to
hoses, or other engine parts. −37 °C (−34 °F).
They can be very hot and can . Give boiling protection up to
burn you. Do not run the engine if 129 °C (265 °F).
there is a leak; all coolant could
. Protect against rust and
(Continued) corrosion.
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. Help keep the proper engine Checking Coolant
temperature. Caution
. Let the warning lights and Do not use anything other than a
gauges work as they should. mix of DEX-COOL coolant that
What to Use meets GM Standard
GMW3420 and clean, drinkable
{ Warning water. Anything else can cause
damage to the engine cooling
Plain water, or other liquids such system and the vehicle, which
as alcohol, can boil before the would not be covered by the
proper coolant mixture will. With vehicle warranty.
plain water or the wrong mixture,
the engine could get too hot but Never dispose of engine coolant by
there would not be an overheat putting it in the trash, or by pouring The coolant surge tank (2) is in the
warning. The engine could catch it on the ground or into sewers, engine compartment on the driver
fire and you or others could be streams, or bodies of water. Have side of the vehicle. See Engine
burned. the coolant changed by an Compartment Overview 0 62 for
authorized service center, familiar location.
with legal requirements regarding The vehicle must be on a level
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean,
used coolant disposal. This will help surface. When the engine is cold,
drinkable water and DEX-COOL
protect the environment and your the coolant level should be at the
coolant which will not damage
health. indicated mark.
aluminum parts. If using this
mixture, nothing else needs to be
added.
If coolant has to be added more
than four times a year, have your
dealer check the vehicle cooling
system.
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Adding Coolant Turn the pressure cap slowly
{ Warning counterclockwise about
Caution one-half turn. If a hiss is heard,
Steam and scalding liquids from a wait for that to stop. A hiss
If coolant is changed or added, hot cooling system are under means there is still some
always add enough to fill the pressure. Turning the pressure pressure left.
system completely or engine cap, even a little, can cause them
to come out at high speed and 2. Keep turning the pressure cap
damage may occur. slowly, and remove it.
you could be burned. Never turn
the cap when the cooling system,
If more coolant is needed, add the including the pressure cap, is hot.
proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture Wait for the cooling system and
at the surge tank, but be careful not pressure cap to cool.
to spill it.
If no coolant is visible in the surge

{ Warning tank, add coolant as follows:
Spilling coolant on hot engine
parts can burn you. Coolant
contains ethylene glycol and it will
burn if the engine parts are hot
enough.
3. Slowly fill the coolant surge
tank (2). Do not let the coolant
1. Remove the coolant surge tank level go above the indicated
pressure cap when the cooling mark in the tank until after the
system, including the coolant engine comes to operating
surge tank pressure cap and temperature in Step 4.
upper radiator hose, is no
longer hot.
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4. With the coolant surge tank If the coolant level is still low after
pressure cap off, start the having followed these steps twice,
engine and let it run until the have the coolant system checked by
engine coolant temperature a certified technician at the dealer
gauge indicates approximately for a possible leak.
90 °C (195 °F).
By this time, the coolant level Caution
inside the coolant surge tank
may be lower. If the level is If the pressure cap is not tightly
lower, slowly add more of the installed, coolant loss and engine
proper mixture to the coolant damage may occur. Be sure the
surge tank until it reaches the cap is properly and tightly
indicated mark. secured. 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out
5. Replace the pressure cap. of View)
Be sure the pressure cap is Cooling System (Low 2. Low Temperature Cooling
Circuit Coolant Surge Tank
locked. Temperature Cooling and Pressure Cap
6. Verify coolant level after the Circuit) 3. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
engine is shut off and the and Pressure Cap
The cooling system allows the
coolant is cold. If necessary,
diesel fuel and diesel emission fluid
repeat coolant fill procedure
Steps 1–6.
injector to maintain the correct { Warning
working temperature.
Do not touch heater or radiator
hoses, or other engine parts.
They can be very hot and can
burn you. Do not run the engine if
there is a leak; all coolant could
(Continued)
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. Protect against rust and If coolant has to be added more
Warning (Continued) corrosion. than four times a year, have your
. Help keep the proper engine dealer check the vehicle charge air
leak out. That could cause an cooling system.
engine fire and can burn you. Fix temperature.
any leak before driving the . Let the warning lights and
vehicle.
Caution
gauges work as they should.
What to Use Do not use anything other than a
Low Temperature Cooling mix of DEX-COOL coolant that
meets GM Standard
Circuit Coolant { Warning GMW3420 and clean, drinkable
The low temperature cooling circuit water. Anything else can cause
cooling system in the vehicle is filled Plain water, or other liquids such
as alcohol, can boil before the damage to the engine cooling
with DEX-COOL engine coolant
proper coolant mixture will. With system and the vehicle, which
mixture. See Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants 0 85 and plain water or the wrong mixture, would not be covered by the
Maintenance Schedule 0 81. the engine could get too hot but vehicle warranty.
there would not be an overheat
The following explains the cooling
warning. The engine could catch Never dispose of engine coolant by
system and how to add coolant
when it is low. If there is a problem fire and you or others could be putting it in the trash, or by pouring
with engine overheating, see Engine burned. it on the ground or into sewers,
Overheating 0 74. streams, or bodies of water. Have
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, the coolant changed by an
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable authorized service center, familiar
water and DEX-COOL coolant will: drinkable water and DEX-COOL
coolant which will not damage with legal requirements regarding
. Give freezing protection down to aluminum parts. If using this used coolant disposal. This will help
−37 °C (−34 °F). mixture, nothing else needs to be protect the environment and your
added. health.
. Give boiling protection up to
129 °C (265 °F).
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Checking Coolant have the system checked for leaks
and purged of air, and the coolant Caution
level adjusted.
Do not run the engine if there is a
leak in the engine cooling system.
Engine Overheating This can cause a loss of all
There is an engine coolant coolant and can damage the
temperature gauge on the system and vehicle. Have any
instrument cluster. See the owner’s leaks fixed right away.
manual.
If Steam Is Coming from the If No Steam Is Coming from
Engine Compartment the Engine Compartment
A Driver Information Center (DIC)
The low temperature cooling circuit
{ Warning message, along with a low coolant
coolant surge tank (1) is in the condition, can indicate a serious
Steam and scalding liquids from a
engine compartment on the driver problem.
hot cooling system are under
side of the vehicle. See Engine pressure. Turning the pressure If there is an engine overheat
Compartment Overview 0 62 for cap, even a little, can cause them warning and the vehicle does not
location. to come out at high speed and have a low coolant condition, and
The vehicle must be on a level you could be burned. Never turn no steam is heard or seen, the
surface. When the engine is cold, the cap when the cooling system, problem may not be too serious.
the coolant level should be at the Sometimes the engine can get a
including the pressure cap, is hot.
indicated mark. little too hot when the vehicle:
Wait for the cooling system and
pressure cap to cool. . Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
Adding Coolant
. Stops after high-speed driving.
If the coolant level in the low
temperature cooling circuit coolant . Idles for long periods in traffic.
surge tank is low, see your dealer to
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. Tows a trailer. See “Driving on If there is still no sign of steam and If the DIC messages display after
Grades” under “Driving the vehicle is equipped with an the vehicle has been stopped and
Characteristics and Towing Tips” engine driven cooling fan, push placed in P (Park) with the engine
in the owner’s manual. down the accelerator until the still running, remain in the vehicle
If the DIC message comes on with engine speed is about twice as fast with the engine running until these
no sign of steam, try this for a as normal idle speed for at least messages no longer display. It may
minute or so: five minutes while the vehicle is take up to 15 minutes of idling. Do
parked. If the warning is still there, not park the vehicle in an enclosed
1. In heavy traffic, let the engine turn off the engine and get everyone area if the messages display.
idle in N (Neutral) while out of the vehicle until it cools down.
stopped. If it is safe to do so, If the system determines that the
pull off the road, shift to If the Action Required - Idle Vehicle engine should be restarted and the
P (Park) or N (Neutral), and let To Cool Engine DIC message ignition is turned off, the engine will
the engine idle. displays, do not turn the engine off. turn off and then automatically
Keep the engine running until the restart. If the engine is restarted,
2. Turn on the heater to full hot at message goes away. DIC messages display and chimes
the highest fan speed and will sound. The vehicle cannot be
open the window as necessary. Intended Vehicle Use: After a shifted out of P (Park) unless the
Heavy Towing Event feature is overridden.
If the vehicle no longer has the
overheat warning, the vehicle can If equipped, when the vehicle is Never leave occupants in the
be driven. Just to be safe, drive turned off after towing heavy loads, vehicle, and always take the keys
slower for about 10 minutes. If the the system may automatically and lock the doors if you must leave
warning does not come back on, restart the engine. A chime will the vehicle idling. Some local laws
drive normally and have the cooling sound and DIC messages will prohibit a vehicle from idling
system checked for proper fill and display. The engine will unattended. Always remain with the
function. automatically turn off after 10– vehicle until it automatically turns
15 minutes of run time or if enough off. This could take up to
If the warning continues, pull over,
cooling has occurred. 15 minutes.
stop, and park the vehicle
right away.
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If the system determines that the Interactions with Manual In most everyday driving conditions,
vehicle was not allowed to restart, Regen the fan is spinning slower and the
or if a condition such as an open clutch is not fully engaged. This
hood has been detected, then DIC If the system has determined that improves fuel economy and reduces
messages display and a chime will the engine should be restarted, then fan noise. Under heavy vehicle
sound. To help with system the manual regen feature will not be loading, trailer towing, and/or high
performance, either restart the allowed. outside temperatures, the fan speed
engine, or if the engine is not If manual regen has been enabled, increases as the clutch more fully
running and the hood can be safely and the system has determined that engages, so an increase in fan
opened after one minute, open the the engine should be restarted, noise may be heard. This is normal
hood to allow cooling. there will be no chime or DIC and should not be mistaken as the
If the system has automatically messages related to the Diesel transmission slipping or making
restarted the engine, the vehicle Engine After Run Feature until the extra shifts. It is merely the cooling
cannot move until cooling has manual regen completes. If the system functioning properly. The fan
completed and the engine engine is turned off during the will slow down when additional
automatically turns off. Overriding manual regen, a restart may occur cooling is not required and the
this feature will allow normal vehicle without any alerts. clutch partially disengages.
operation. To override, start the This fan noise may be heard when
vehicle as you would normally. Then Engine Fan starting the engine. It will go away
either drive the vehicle as normal or The vehicle has a clutched engine as the fan clutch partially
turn off the ignition if you must exit cooling fan. When the clutch is disengages.
the vehicle. Opening the hood will engaged, the fan spins faster to
prevent the restart or will turn the provide more air to cool the engine.
engine off when this feature is
active.
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Electrical System Auxiliary Fuse Block
Caution
Engine Compartment Spilling liquid on any electrical
Fuse Block component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the
For additional fuse and electrical covers on any electrical
information, see “Electrical System” component.
in the owner’s manual.
The Auxilary fuse block is in the A fuse puller is available in the left
engine compartment, on the driver instrument panel end cap.
side of the vehicle.
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all the fuses, relays, and
features shown.
{ Danger Fuses Usage

7 Powertrain sensor
Fuses and circuit breakers are
marked with their ampere rating. 8 —
Do not exceed the 9 Diesel exhaust fluid
specified amperage rating when control
replacing fuses and circuit 10 Fuel heater
breakers. Use of an oversized
fuse or circuit breaker can result 11 Smart sensors
Lift the cover to access the fuse in a vehicle fire. You and others 12 SCRPM
block. could be seriously injured or 13 100 watt pump/—
killed.
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Relays Usage Appearance Care
1 Diesel exhaust fluid
control Exterior Care
2 Fuel heater See the owner’s manual for
additional exterior care information.
3 100 watt
pump (LD)
Caution
4 Powertrain
sensor (LD) Water sprayed into or on the air
5 Cooling fan intake box in the engine
clutch (HD) compartment may damage the air
filter or electrical components. Do
6 Powertrain
not spray water into or on the air
sensor (HD)
intake box.
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Service and Maintenance 79

Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the
importance of providing
Maintenance This maintenance section applies to
vehicles with a diesel engine. For
competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained
gasoline engine vehicles, see the technicians, your dealer is the place
General Information maintenance schedule section in for routine maintenance such as oil
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 the owner’s manual. changes and tire rotations and
Your vehicle is an important additional maintenance items like
Maintenance Schedule investment. This section describes tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . 81 the required maintenance for the blades.
Recommended Fluids, vehicle. Follow this schedule to help
Lubricants, and Parts protect against major repair Caution
Recommended Fluids and expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may Damage caused by improper
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
also help to maintain the value of maintenance can lead to costly
Maintenance Replacement
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the repairs and may not be covered
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
responsibility of the owner to have by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance Records all required maintenance performed. Maintenance intervals, checks,
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . 87 inspections, recommended fluids,
Your dealer has trained technicians
who can perform required and lubricants are important to
maintenance using genuine keep the vehicle in good working
replacement parts. They have condition.
up-to-date tools and equipment for Do not have chemical flushes that
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many are not approved by GM
dealers have extended evening and performed on the vehicle. The
Saturday hours, courtesy use of flushes, solvents, cleaners,
transportation, and online or lubricants that are not
scheduling to assist with service
needs. (Continued)
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80 Service and Maintenance

. Are driven on reasonable road
Caution (Continued) surfaces within legal driving { Warning
limits.
approved by GM could damage Performing maintenance work can
the vehicle, requiring expensive . Use the recommended fuel. See be dangerous and can cause
repairs that are not covered by Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 30. serious injury. Perform
the vehicle warranty. Refer to the information in the maintenance work only if the
Maintenance Schedule Additional required information, proper tools,
The Tire Rotation and Required Required Services - Normal chart. and equipment are available.
Services are the responsibility of the The Additional Required Services - If they are not, see your dealer to
vehicle owner. It is recommended to Severe are for vehicles that are: have a trained technician do the
have your dealer perform these work. See “Doing Your Own
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic Service Work” in the owner’s
services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
in hot weather. manual.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
keep the vehicle in good working . Mainly driven in hilly or
condition, improves fuel economy, mountainous terrain.
and reduces vehicle emissions. . Frequently towing a trailer.
Because of the way people use . Used for high speed or
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. competitive driving.
There may need to be more
frequent checks and services. The . Used for taxi, police, or delivery
Additional Required Services - service.
Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the
. Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional
within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart.
the Tire and Loading Information
label. See “Vehicle Load Limits”
in the owner’s manual.
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Maintenance filter must be changed at least once Power Take Off (PTO) and
a year and the oil life system must Extended Idle Use
Schedule be reset. Your trained dealer
technician can perform this work. When the vehicle is used with the
Owner Checks and Services If the engine oil life system is reset PTO equipment or used in a way
accidentally, service the vehicle that requires extended idle time,
See the owner’s manual for other
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the one hour of use shall be deemed
services and intervals that may be
last service. Reset the oil life the same as 53 km (33 mi). See
required.
system when the oil is changed. Driver Information Center (DIC) for
At Each Fuel Stop See Engine Oil Life System 0 66. hourmeter, if equipped.
. Check DEF percentage. See Required Services Every
Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 25.
Engine Air Filter Change
12 000 km/7,500 mi
. Check the engine oil level. See When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL
CHANGE message displays, the . Check engine oil level and oil
Engine Oil 0 63. life percentage. If needed,
engine air filter should be replaced
Engine Oil Change at the next engine oil change. When change engine oil and filter, and
the REPLACE ENGINE AIR FILTER reset oil life system.
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, the See Engine Oil 0 63 and
SOON message displays, have the engine air filter should be replaced Engine Oil Life System 0 66.
engine oil and filter changed within at the earliest convenience. Reset
the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven the engine air filter life system after
under the best conditions, the the engine air filter is replaced. See
engine oil life system may not Engine Air Filter Life System 0 66.
indicate the need for vehicle service
for up to a year. The engine oil and
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. If equipped with the engine air . Check engine coolant level. See . Visually inspect exhaust system
filter life system, check the air Cooling System (Engine) 0 69 or and nearby heat shields for
filter life percentage. Cooling System (Low loose or damaged parts.
If necessary, replace the engine Temperature Cooling Circuit)
air filter and reset the engine air 0 72.
filter life system. See Engine Air . Visually check for fluid leaks.
Filter Life System 0 66. If the
vehicle is not equipped with the . Visually inspect fuel system for
engine air filter life system, damage or leaks.
inspect the engine air cleaner
filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/
Filter 0 67.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Normal
Perform Required Services. Check engine oil
level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil
and filter, if needed. Check engine air filter life per- @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
centage and status. Change engine air filter,
if needed
If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air
filter life system, replace engine air cleaner @ @ @
filter. (1)
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (2) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (3) @
Replace fuel filter. (4) @ @ @ @ @ @
Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Or every five years, whichever (4) Or every two years, or when the
Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System CHANGE FUEL FILTER message in
Services - Normal (Engine) 0 69 or the Driver Information Center (DIC)
(1) Or every four years, whichever Cooling System (Low Temperature comes on, whichever comes first.
comes first. If driving in dusty Cooling Circuit) 0 72. The fuel filter may need to be
conditions, inspect the filter at each (3) Or every 10 years, whichever replaced more often based on
oil change or more often as needed. comes first. Inspect for fraying, biodiesel usage, driving in climates
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 67. excessive cracking, or damage; with severe dust, off-road driving,
replace, if needed. or towing a trailer for extended
periods.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe
Perform Required Services. Check engine oil
level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil
and filter, if needed. Check engine air filter life per- @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
centage and status. Change engine air filter,
if needed.
If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air
filter life system, replace engine air cleaner @ @ @
filter. (1)
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. @ @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (2) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (3) @
Replace fuel filter. (4) @ @ @ @ @ @
Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Or every five years, whichever (4) Or every two years, or when the
Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System CHANGE FUEL FILTER message in
Services - Severe (Engine) 0 69 or the Driver Information Center (DIC)
(1) Or every four years, whichever Cooling System (Low Temperature comes on, whichever comes first.
comes first. If driving in dusty Cooling Circuit) 0 72. The fuel filter may need to be
conditions, inspect the filter at each (3) Or every 10 years, whichever replaced more often based on
oil change or more often as needed. comes first. Inspect for fraying, biodiesel usage, when driving in
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 67. excessive cracking, or damage; climates with excessive dust,
replace, if needed. or when off-road driving or towing a
trailer for extended periods.
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
The following fluids apply to vehicles with a Duramax diesel engine. For other fluids not listed here, see
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the owner’s manual.
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19352619, in
Canada 19352620).
Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (GM Part No. 19286291, in Canada 88862660) or
System Diesel Exhaust Fluid that meets ISO 22241 or displays the API Diesel
Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL coolant.
See Cooling System (Engine) 0 69 or
Cooling System (Low Temperature Cooling Circuit) 0 72.
Engine Oil Engine oils with the letters CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for your vehicle. The
CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with
other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/
SL. These letters show API levels of quality. To determine the preferred
viscosity for your vehicle's diesel engine, see Engine Oil 0 63.
Hydraulic Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 19329450, in Canada 19329451).
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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 84554703 A3248C
Fuel Filter 23304096 TP1015
Engine Oil Filter 12684038 PF26
Use only the specified filters.
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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading
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88 Technical Data
Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . 91
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Technical Data 89
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 85.
Capacities
Application Metric English
Engine Cooling System* 29.1 L 30.7 qt
Low Temperature Cooling Circuit Cooling System* 3.5 L 3.7 qt
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank** 26.5 L 7.0 gal
Engine Oil with Filter 9.5 L 10.0 qt
Transfer Case Fluid
1500 Series 1.5 L 1.6 qt
2500 Series and 3500 Series 2.3 L 2.4 qt
Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid 2.0 L 2.1 qt
*Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components.
**Do not overfill the DEF tank. See Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0 25.
All quantities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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90 Technical Data
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Type
6.6L 8-Cylinder Turbo Diesel (L5P Engine) Y V8
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Technical Data 91
Engine Drive Belt Routing
6.6L 8-Cylinder Engine (Dual

Generator)
6.6L 8-Cylinder Engine (Single
Generator)
Fan Drive Belt Routing

(Secondary/Auxiliary Drive)
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92 Index
Index A
Accessories and Modifications . . . 60
D
Diesel
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . 67 Starting Your Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Air Filter Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Appearance Care Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . . . . 22
Automatic Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . 91
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
B
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 E
Brake Electrical System
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Engine Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
C
Engine
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Capacities and Specifications . . . . 89
Check Light (Malfunction
Check
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Engine Light (Malfunction
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . 62
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69, 72
Cleaning
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . . 32
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69, 72
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Covers
Starting Your Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . 66
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Index 93
Engines Fuses Maintenance Schedule (cont'd)
Diesel Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Engine Compartment Fuse Recommended Fluids and
Exhaust Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Exhaust Fluid Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . 10
G
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
General Information O
F Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . 79 Oil
Fan Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
H
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . 66
Heater
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Replacement (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
P
Filter, I
Parking
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . 22
Fluid Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Personalization
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . 66 L Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fuel Lamps Power Take-Off (PTO) . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Malfunction Indicator (Check Power Take-Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . 32 Lights
R
Diesel Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Recommended Fluids and
Check Engine (Malfunction
Filling a Portable Fuel Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Records
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) . . . . . 11
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Power Take-off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Filter Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Replacement Parts
Wait to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Running out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 M Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . 91
Water in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Maintenance Running out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Fuel for Diesel Engines . . . . . . . . . . 30 Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . 81
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94 Index
S Vehicle (cont'd)
Service Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Accessories and W
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Wait to Start Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . 87 Water in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Maintenance, General Winter Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Specifications and Capacities . . . . 89
Starting the Diesel Engine . . . . . . . 15
Supplement
Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
System
Engine Air Filter Life . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
T
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Towing
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Trailer
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
U
Using This Supplement . . . . . . . . . . . 2
V
Vehicle
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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Instruments and Controls 5

6 Instruments and Controls

Base Level Chevrolet English Cluster, Metric Similar

Instruments and Controls 7

Base Level GMC English Cluster, Metric Similar

8 Instruments and Controls

Uplevel GMC English Cluster, Metric Similar

Instruments and Controls 9

Uplevel Chevrolet English Cluster, Metric Similar

10 Instruments and Controls

Instruments and Controls 11

12 Instruments and Controls

Instruments and Controls 13

14 Instruments and Controls

Driving and Operating 15

16 Driving and Operating

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20 Driving and Operating

1. The white label must be at the

2. Starting in the middle, attach 3. To remove, reverse the steps

Driving and Operating 21

If equipped, the engine heater can

2. Starting in the middle, attach 3. To remove, reverse the steps

22 Driving and Operating

Driving and Operating 23

24 Driving and Operating

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26 Driving and Operating

Driving and Operating 27

When replacing the DEF cap, turn it

28 Driving and Operating

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32 Driving and Operating

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34 Driving and Operating

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36 Driving and Operating

1. If parked on a level surface,

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38 Driving and Operating

Warning (Continued) { Warning

Diesel fuel can foam when filling the

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40 Driving and Operating

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