Chevrolet/GMC 2013 DURAMAX Diesel, Owner'S Manual

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Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 5/29/12
9-24 Driving and Operating
Accidental Refueling with
Gasoline
Notice: If any amount of gasoline
is added to the fuel tank, do not
start the engine until the fuel tank
can be drained and refilled with
Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel fuel. Your
dealer can perform this
procedure. If this procedure is
not performed, the vehicle will
run very rough and have reduced
power. Severe engine damage will
occur and would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
What Fuel to Use in
Canada and Mexico
The emission control system
requires the use of diesel fuel with
ultra low sulfur content (15 ppm or
0.0015% by weight, maximum).
What Fuel to Use in Canada
Notice: Use of diesel fuel other
than Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel
(15 ppm sulfur maximum) will
cause permanent damage to the
exhaust after ‐ treatment system.
This damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
At a minimum, the diesel fuel you
use should meet the latest version
of specification CAN/CGSB-3.517
(ULS) in Canada. If there are
questions about the fuel you are
using, contact your fuel supplier.
Diesel Fuel Types
Canadian fuels are blended for
seasonal changes. Diesel Type
“ A ”
fuel is blended for better cold
weather starting in extreme
conditions; however, you might
notice some power and fuel
economy loss. If Type
“ A ” fuel is
used in warmer temperatures,
stalling and hard starting may occur.
Diesel Type
“ B ” fuel is blended for
higher temperatures experienced
during most of the year.
Premium Diesel Fuel
Diesel fuels corresponding to the
Engine Manufacturers Association
(EMA) Recommended Guideline on
Premium Diesel Fuel (FQP-1A)
could provide better starting, less
noise, and better vehicle
performance, but their use is not
required.
Biodiesel
What is biodiesel?
Biodiesel is a fuel produced from
vegetable oils or animal fats that
have been chemically modified to
reduce the possibility of damage to
the fuel system and engine.
Notice: Raw vegetable oil or
other unmodified bio-oils or fats
are not biodiesel and must not be
used in your vehicle as they
could damage the fuel system
and engine.