Chevrolet 2008 T Series, Owner'S Manual

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Engine Exhaust
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CAUTION:
Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas
carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see
or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and
death.
You might have exhaust coming in if:
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The exhaust system sounds strange or
different.
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Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
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Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
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Your vehicle was damaged when driving
over high points on the road or over road
debris.
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Repairs were not done correctly.
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Your vehicle or the exhaust system has
been modified improperly.
If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into
your vehicle:
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Drive it only with all the windows down to
blow out any CO; and
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Have your vehicle fixed immediately.
Diesel Particulate Filter
Your vehicle has a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) as
part of the exhaust system to reduce vehicle emissions.
The DPF requires a unique exhaust tailpipe with an
exhaust cooler. The exhaust cooler mixes air with the
exhaust at the tailpipe. This lowers the exhaust
temperature before it leaves the tailpipe.
The DPF, the tailpipe, or other exhaust system
components must not be altered. The area where the
exhaust cooler connects to the tailpipe should be
inspected, especially the area where the fresh air enters
the cooler. Make sure the openings are not restricted
or plugged with mud or dirt which could inhibit exhaust
gas cooling. See “Exhaust System Inspection” under
At Least Twice a Year on page 6-22.
The DPF will regenerate (self-clean) itself as part of
normal operation. During regeneration, the green DPF
indicator is lit and you will notice a difference in
engine noise and engine speed, but this is normal. The
Engine Control Module (ECM) controls this function
based on several factors including the amount of fuel
consumed, hours of engine operation and miles driven.
Notice: Use of diesel fuel other than Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel (15 ppm sulfur maximum) or engine oil
other than low ash CJ-4 oil will cause permanent
damage to the DPF and related components. This
damage would not be covered by your warranty.
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