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Chevrolet/GMC 3.0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement (GMNA-Localizing-

U.S./Canada-13336148) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

60

Service and Maintenance

(5)

Or every two years, or when the

CHANGE FUEL FILTER message in
the Driver Information Center (DIC)
comes on, whichever comes first.
The fuel filter may need to be
replaced more often based on
biodiesel usage, when driving in
climates with excessive dust,
or when off-road driving or towing a
trailer for extended periods.

Summary of Contents for Duramax 3.0L

Page 1: ...CY CMY K 20_MUL_3 0L_Duramax_Diesel_Engline_Supplement__COV_en_US_84458629B_2019SEP09 ai 1 9 4 2019 8 32 10 AM 20_MUL_3 0L_Duramax_Diesel_Engline_Supplement__COV_en_US_84458629B_2019SEP09 ai 1 9 4 201...

Page 2: ...x Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 Contents Introduction 2 Instruments and Controls 5 Driving and Operating 14 Vehicle Care 35 Service and Maintenance 54 Te...

Page 3: ...e documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features This manual contains information that pertains to the operation of the diesel engine It also contains the Diesel Maintenance S...

Page 4: ...MNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 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...

Page 5: ...Chevrolet GMC 3 0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 4 Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 6: ...0 CRC 9 5 19 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 Diese...

Page 7: ...Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 6 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Instrument Cluster Base Level Chevrolet English Clu...

Page 8: ...Chevrolet GMC 3 0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 Instruments and Controls 7 Base Level GMC English Cluster Metric Similar...

Page 9: ...Chevrolet GMC 3 0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 8 Instruments and Controls Uplevel GMC English Cluster Metric Similar...

Page 10: ...Chevrolet GMC 3 0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 Instruments and Controls 9 Uplevel Chevrolet English Cluster Metric Similar...

Page 11: ...driven continually with this light on the emission control system may not work as well the fuel economy may be lower and the vehicle may not run smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might n...

Page 12: ...t is on when the engine is running The light does not come on when the ignition is on with the engine not running Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed If this happens t...

Page 13: ...is display shows an estimate of the fuel filter s remaining useful life If 90 Fuel Filter Life Remaining is displayed it means 90 of the current fuel filter life remains The fuel filter life system wi...

Page 14: ...hen the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE message displays the engine air filter should be replaced at the time of the next oil change When the REPLACE SOON message displays the engine air filter should be r...

Page 15: ...r Operation 27 Water in Fuel 27 Running Out of Fuel 30 Fuel Filter Replacement 31 Filling the Tank 31 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 34 Trailer Towing Trailer Towing 34 Starting and Operating Start...

Page 16: ...e is cold let it run for a few minutes before driving This lets oil pressure build up The engine will sound louder when it is cold For turbo protection engine power at speeds above idle may be limited...

Page 17: ...Warning Do not use gasoline or starting aids such as ether in the air intake They could damage the engine which may not be covered by the vehicle warranty They could also cause a fire which could caus...

Page 18: ...Oil 0 38 Caution Damage can occur to the DPF components if the required Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel 15 ppm sulfur maximum fuel and either CJ 4 or CK 4 engine oil are not used This damage would not be cov...

Page 19: ...ehicle has this feature refer to the Vehicle Service Parts Identification label SPID for RPO code FPF or see www gmupfitter com to contact the GM Upfitter Integration Group If equipped this feature al...

Page 20: ...above 71 C 160 F After making sure all safety conditions have been met press the trip odometer reset stem or thumbwheel on the steering wheel for at least one second to select Start on the infotainmen...

Page 21: ...d storage information see the Diesel Exhaust Fluid container label Caution Use only DEF that is GM approved or fluid containing the API certified or ISO 22241 label The use of other fluids could damag...

Page 22: ...r can help to locate a DEF retailer See Customer Assistance Offices in the owner s manual for phone numbers to assist in contacting a GM dealer See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 61 Filling the D...

Page 23: ...f 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 ju...

Page 24: ...ignored and the DEF tank becomes empty the DIC will display messages that describe the action needed and distance until vehicle speed is limited For the DEF warning light symbol see Diesel Exhaust Flu...

Page 25: ...lly activated when Tow Haul Mode is selected It maintains the vehicle s speed by automatically implementing a shift pattern that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle The system wil...

Page 26: ...t use a diesel blend containing more than 20 biodiesel by volume Caution Use of fuel that does not comply with the required technical standards can lead to engine power loss increased wear or engine d...

Page 27: ...entional diesel fuel and biodiesel blends but may not prevent all cases In case of severe winter conditions the fuel filter may become clogged by wax naturally present in the fuel To unclog it move th...

Page 28: ...ilter may become clogged by wax naturally present in the fuel To unclog it move the vehicle to a warm garage area and allow the filter to warm up The fuel filter may need to be replaced See Fuel Filte...

Page 29: ...e your dealer or a qualified technician Improper purging can damage the fuel system Water in Fuel Troubleshooting If the WATER IN FUEL SERVICE REQUIRED message comes on Problem Recommended Action Mess...

Page 30: ...drained Caution Driving with this message on can damage the fuel injection system and the engine If the message comes on right after a refuel water was pumped into the fuel tank Turn off the engine a...

Page 31: ...ed the loss of prime 2 Turn the ignition on for 30 seconds Do not start the engine The fuel pump will start priming 3 Turn the ignition off then back on and crank the engine for 15 seconds 4 If the en...

Page 32: ...e fuel filter is on the driver side inside the frame rail To replace the fuel filter 1 Drain any water from the filter See Removing Water from the Fuel Filter in Water in Fuel 0 27 Keep the engine off...

Page 33: ...l pump and never let children pump fuel Continued Warning Continued Before touching the fill nozzle touch a metallic object to discharge static electricity from your body Fuel can spray out if the fil...

Page 34: ...he pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Accidental Refueling with Gasoline Caution If the vehicle is accidentally refueled with gasoline do not continue driving the ve...

Page 35: ...and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete Fill the container no more than 95 full to allow for expansion Do not smoke light matches or use lighters while pumping fuel Do...

Page 36: ...to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti...

Page 37: ...emission system transmission and drivetrain The engine transmission and drivetrain have been designed and built to offer industry leading durability and performance in the most demanding applications...

Page 38: ...Chevrolet GMC 3 0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 Vehicle Care 37 Vehicle Checks Engine Compartment Overview...

Page 39: ...to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System in the owner s manual Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in...

Page 40: ...the oil level is above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged Drain...

Page 41: ...nt If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bo...

Page 42: ...Driver Information Center DIC 0 12 3 Press T on the steering wheel or press the trip odometer reset stem if the vehicle does not have DIC controls to move to the Reset Disable display area Select Res...

Page 43: ...the engine air filter See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 41 Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned Use caution when working on the engine D...

Page 44: ...oling system and how to add coolant when it is low If there is a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating 0 48 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give fre...

Page 45: ...r with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is in the engine compartment on the driver side...

Page 46: ...o above the indicated mark in the tank until after the engine comes to the operating temperature in Step 4 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until the engi...

Page 47: ...en or is overheating return to idle and shut off the engine Allow the engine to completely cool down and add coolant 9 Allow the system to completely cool down and check the level of coolant in the su...

Page 48: ...per coolant mixture will With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but there would not be an overheat warning The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use...

Page 49: ...scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure Turning the pressure cap even a little can cause them to come out at high speed and you could be burned Never turn the cap when the cooli...

Page 50: ...oling system checked for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away Engine Fan The vehicle has electric cooling fan s The fans may be heard spinni...

Page 51: ...onent A fuse puller is available in the left instrument panel End Cap The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Auxiliary Fuse Block Fuses Usage 7 Powertrain sens...

Page 52: ...n 65 Warning in the owner s manual Warning Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough elec...

Page 53: ...or plugged in during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Whenever possible turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle...

Page 54: ...y and run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes 10 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Caution If the jumpe...

Page 55: ...ility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and eq...

Page 56: ...mits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits in the owner s manual Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Fuel for Di...

Page 57: ...service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last service Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System 0 40 Engine Air Filter Change When the REPLACE AT NEXT...

Page 58: ...the engine air filter life system See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 41 If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system inspect the engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Clea...

Page 59: ...r 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...

Page 60: ...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 ve...

Page 61: ...tenance 5 Or every two years or when the CHANGE FUEL FILTER message in the Driver Information Center DIC comes on whichever comes first The fuel filter may need to be replaced more often based on biod...

Page 62: ...or specification including fluids or lubricants not listed here can be obtained from your dealer Usage Fluid Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid Diesel Exhaust Af...

Page 63: ...Maintenance 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 Cl...

Page 64: ...9 5 19 Service and Maintenance 63 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 bo...

Page 65: ...let GMC 3 0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 64 Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications 65 Engine Drive Belt Routi...

Page 66: ...glish Engine Cooling System 19 1 L 20 2 qt Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Tank 20 3 L 5 3 gal Engine Oil with Filter 6 6 L 7 0 qt Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system...

Page 67: ...Chevrolet GMC 3 0L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement GMNA Localizing U S Canada 13336148 2020 CRC 9 5 19 66 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...

Page 68: ...Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator 10 Cluster Instrument 6 Cold Weather Operation 27 Cooling System 42 46 D Diesel Starting Your Engine 14 Diesel Exhaust Fluid 20 Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Warnin...

Page 69: ...Diesel Engines 25 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 49 G General Information Service and Maintenance 54 H Heater Engine 16 I Instrument Cluster 6 Introduction 2 J Jump Starting North America 51 L L...

Page 70: ...Maintenance Records 63 Maintenance General Information 54 Specifications and Capacities 65 Starting the Diesel Engine 14 Supplement Using 2 System Engine Air Filter Life 41 T Top Tier Fuel 24 Towing T...

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