Chevrolet 2005 T-Series, Owner'S Manual

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If the light comes on, use this chart to determine what
action to take.
Water In Fuel Light Chart
Problem Recommended Action
Light comes on
intermittently. Drain water from the
fuel filter.
Light stays on
at temperatures
above freezing.
Drain the fuel filter
immediately. If no water
can be drained and the
light stays on, see your
dealer for assistance.
Light stays on
at temperatures
below freezing.
Drain the fuel filter
immediately. If no water
can be drained, water
may be frozen in the
water drain system or in
the fuel lines. Move the
vehicle to a warm location
to thaw out, and then
drain the filter system.
Light stays on
immediately after
refueling, and a large
amount of water was
possibly pumped into
the fuel tank.
Fuel tank purging is
required. See your
dealer for assistance.
Notice: If you drive when this warning indicator is
on, you can damage your fuel injection system
and your engine. If the indicator comes on right after
you refuel, it means water was pumped into your
fuel tank. Turn off your engine immediately.
Then, have the water drained at once.
The frequency of water draining or element replacement
is determined by the contamination level in the fuel.
Inspect or service the collection bowl for water daily and
replace the element as shown in the Maintenance
Schedule. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-5 for
change interval information.
To drain water, do the following:
1. Loosen the self-venting
drain to empty the bowl
of water.
2. Tighten the drain. Run the engine and check
for leaks.
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