Chevrolet Kodiak 2008 Owner's Manual page 220

7. Operate the priming pump until a small amount of
fuel seeps from the vent valve. When you see the
fuel, the filter is now full of fuel and the system
should be primed.
8. Close the vent valve.
9. Clean any fuel which accumulated on the fuel filter.
10. Start the engine and let it idle for a few minutes.
11. Check the filter for leaks.
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6. Repeatedly push down
on the fuel filter primer
pump with the palm
of your hand. Let the
pump return upward
between pushes.
Priming the 7.8L DURAMAX
Engine
If your vehicle is equipped with the 7.8L DURAMAX
diesel engine, use the following procedure to prime the
engine:
1. Make sure there is fuel in the fuel tank.
2. Make sure the specified fuel filter is properly
installed.
3. Make sure the fuel lines are securely connected.
4. Make sure the fuel filter is cool to the touch.
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Diesel
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