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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..... . 2 Instruments and Controls ..5 Driving and Operating ..14 Vehicle Care . -
Page 3: Introduction
Propriétaires Canadiens to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Refer to the purchase On peut obtenir un exemplaire de GMC, the CHEVROLET and GMC documentation relating to your ce guide en français auprès du Truck Emblems, SILVERADO, specific vehicle to confirm the concessionnaire ou à... - Page 4 Introduction 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 supplement, and the page number where you will find it.
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Page 6: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Instrument Cluster ....6 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) ..10 Wait-to-Start Light . -
Page 7: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Instrument Cluster Base Level Chevrolet English Cluster, Metric Similar... - Page 8 Instruments and Controls Base Level GMC English Cluster, Metric Similar...
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Page 11: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Instruments and Controls Malfunction Indicator Malfunctions are often indicated by Caution (Continued) the system before any problem is Lamp (Check Engine noticeable. Being aware of the light Light) costly repairs not covered by the and seeking service promptly when vehicle warranty. This could also it comes on may prevent damage. -
Page 12: Wait-To-Start Light
Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and The vehicle may not pass Wait-to-Start Light inspection if: Maintenance Programs The light is on when the engine If the vehicle requires an Emissions is running. Inspection/Maintenance test, the test equipment will likely connect to The light does not come on the vehicle's Data Link when the ignition is on with the... -
Page 13: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (Def)
Instruments and Controls Diesel Exhaust Fluid Information Displays to change the fuel filter on a schedule consistent with your (DEF) Warning Light driving conditions. Driver Information When the remaining fuel filter life is Center (DIC) low, the CHANGE FUEL FILTER The DIC is in the instrument cluster. - Page 14 Instruments and Controls life and the state of the system. When 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 replaced at the earliest convenience.
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Page 15: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Fuel Filter Replacement ..31 Starting and Filling the Tank ....31 Operating Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Container . - Page 16 Driving and Operating Observe the wait-to-start light. one minute for the cranking If you experience longer cranking See Wait-to-Start Light 0 11. motor to cool, then try the times, notice an unusual amount of This light may not come on if same steps again.
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Page 17: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating If the wait-to-start light comes on Engine Heater Warning and then goes off and you know the battery is charged, but the engine Warning Do not use gasoline or starting still will not start, the vehicle needs aids, such as ether, in the air service. -
Page 18: Diesel Particulate Filter
Driving and Operating Diesel Particulate Vehicles with the DPF have Warning specific fuel and engine oil Filter requirements. See Fuel for Diesel During DPF self cleaning or Engines 0 25 and The exhaust system has a Diesel during extended idling in P (Park), Engine Oil 0 38. - Page 19 Driving and Operating If equipped with Power Manual regeneration can only be Caution (Continued) Take-Off (PTO), monitor the used when the DPF has become at instrument cluster for lights related least 90% full. At 100% full, it will for messages and take to the DPF.
- Page 20 Driving and Operating The vehicle is at least 3 m (10 ft) If the infotainment display returns to Warning from any obstructions or the previous screen, then one or materials that may combust more of the necessary safety Do not leave the vehicle during or melt.
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Page 21: Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Driving and Operating A DIC message will display when Diesel Exhaust Fluid Caution cleaning is complete. Cleaning could take up to 30 minutes. Upon Do not mix fuel with DEF, and do Warning completion, the engine will return to not put DEF in the fuel tank. This normal idle, but exhaust Avoid getting Diesel Exhaust could lead to costly repairs that... - Page 22 Driving and Operating Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid Filling the DEF Tank DEF can be purchased at your authorized dealers. Additionally, some diesel truck fueling stations or retailers may have DEF for purchase. For vehicles with an active OnStar or connected services plan, OnStar can help to locate a DEF retailer.
- Page 23 Driving and Operating always add at least 7.5L (2 gal) of fluid to release the vehicle from speed limitation. If 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.
- Page 24 Driving and Operating DEF Low (300 mi) of remaining range before The speed limitation will occur in a the exhaust fluid tank becomes series of steps with the final speed As the DEF level drops, warnings empty. limitation being 8 km/h (5 mph) will automatically be displayed in the along with a flashing warning light Driver Information Center (DIC).
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Page 25: Brakes
Driving and Operating persists, see your dealer or Brakes Fuel additional DIC messages may display. Exhaust Brake Top Tier Fuel Service Emission System Exhaust braking is automatically GM recommends the use of TOP If a problem occurs with the vehicle activated when Tow/Haul Mode is TIER Diesel Fuel to keep the engine emission system, a DIC message... -
Page 26: Fuel Additives
Driving and Operating Fuel Additives Do not use a diesel blend containing Caution (Continued) more than 20% biodiesel by volume. TOP TIER Detergent Diesel is Diesel-water emulsions, highly recommended for use with Caution such as Aquazole. your vehicle. If your area does not have TOP TIER Detergent Diesel, Aftermarket diesel fuel Use of fuel that does not comply... -
Page 27: Biodiesel
Driving and Operating Some conditions, such as dirty fuel, conventional diesel fuel and Caution (Continued) may decrease fuel filter life and a biodiesel blends, but may not CHANGE FUEL FILTER message prevent all cases. or blends of vegetable oil with may come on in the Driver In case of severe winter conditions, diesel. -
Page 28: Cold Weather Operation
Driving and Operating As a renewable fuel, biodiesel refueled with biodiesel-free fuel, and weather at temperatures below 0 °C provides some environmental driven several kilometers (miles) (32 °F). Use of No. 1-D diesel fuel benefits. However, biodiesel has before storage. may lower the fuel economy. - Page 29 Driving and Operating Water in Fuel Troubleshooting Recommended Caution Problem Action If the WATER IN FUEL SERVICE REQUIRED message comes on: Water in the diesel fuel can Message Drain the fuel corrode internal components of Recommended displays and filter the fuel system and lead to Problem Action stays on.
- Page 30 Driving and Operating Recommended Caution Problem Action Driving with this message on can Immediately A large amount damage the fuel injection system after refueling, of water is in the and the engine. If the message message fuel tank. Drain comes on right after a refuel, displays and the fuel filter water was pumped into the fuel...
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Page 31: Running Out Of Fuel
Driving and Operating 5. Start the engine and let it run Priming the Fuel System 7. If the engine starts and runs for a few minutes. During the but stalls again, turn the There is an electric priming pump draining process, air may have ignition off for 60 seconds. -
Page 32: Fuel Filter Replacement
Driving and Operating 2. Follow the fuel priming The fuel filter is on the driver side, 4. Remove the filter element. procedure earlier in this section inside the frame rail. If there is any dirt on the filter to prime the fuel filter. sealing surface, clean it off. - Page 33 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) Before touching the fill Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn nozzle, touch a metallic violently and can cause injury or object to discharge static death. electricity from your body. Follow these guidelines to help Fuel can spray out if the fill avoid injuries to you and others: nozzle is inserted too...
- Page 34 Driving and Operating Accidental Refueling with 1. Locate the capless funnel Warning (Continued) Gasoline adapter. 2. Insert and latch the funnel into Fuel spills. Caution the capless fuel system. Under certain conditions, fuel fires. If the vehicle is accidentally Warning refueled with gasoline, do not continue driving the vehicle Diesel fuel can foam when filling the...
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Page 35: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) Container When towing at high elevation on steep uphill grades, consider the Place the nozzle inside the Warning following: fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and Engine coolant at higher elevation Filling a portable fuel container keep it in contact with the fill will boil at a lower temperature than... -
Page 36: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care Vehicle Care General Information Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non-GM Accessories and certified parts, including control General Information Modifications module or software modifications, is Accessories and not covered under the terms of the Adding non-dealer accessories or Modifications . - Page 37 Vehicle Care Aftermarket Engine and torque levels that could damage, create failure, or reduce Performance Enhancement the life of the engine, engine Products and Modifications emission system, transmission, and Some aftermarket engine drivetrain. Damage, failure, performance products and or reduced life of the engine, modifications promise a way to transmission, emission system, increase the horsepower and torque...
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Page 38: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Engine Compartment Overview... -
Page 39: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 1. Remote Negative (-) Ground Following these simple, but Warning Terminal important steps will help protect your investment: 2. Positive (+) Terminal The engine oil dipstick handle Use engine oil approved to the may be hot; it could burn you. 3. - Page 40 Vehicle Care the engine is not warm. Pull out Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution the dipstick, wipe it with a clean Selecting the right engine oil paper towel or cloth, then push it depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil.
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Page 41: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care Viscosity Grade or a good hand cleaner. Wash or Automatic Transmission properly dispose of clothing or rags Fluid Use SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade containing used engine oil. See the engine oil. manufacturer's warnings about the When to Check and Change When selecting an oil of the use and disposal of oil products. -
Page 42: Engine Air Filter Life System
Vehicle Care Change the fluid and filter at the If the DIC displays a message to See Engine Compartment Overview intervals listed in Maintenance check the engine air filter system, 0 37 for more information on Schedule 0 56, and be sure to use see your dealer. -
Page 43: Cooling System (Engine)
Vehicle Care the engine air cleaner/filter or 4. If equipped, reset the engine Cooling System (Engine) components with water or air filter life system after The cooling system allows the compressed air. replacing the engine air filter. engine to maintain the correct See Engine Air Filter Life To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ working temperature. - Page 44 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant What to Use Warning The cooling system in the vehicle is Warning filled with DEX-COOL engine An underhood electric fan can coolant mixture. See Recommended start up even when the engine is Plain water, or other liquids such Fluids and Lubricants 0 61 and not running and can cause injury.
- Page 45 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Adding Coolant Caution Caution Do not use anything other than a mix of DEX-COOL coolant that If coolant is changed or added, meets GM Standard always add enough to fill the GMW3420 and clean, drinkable system completely or engine water.
- Page 46 Vehicle Care Turn the pressure cap slowly 6. Verify coolant level after the Warning clockwise about one-half turn. engine is shut off and the If a hiss is heard, wait for that coolant is cold. If necessary, Steam and scalding liquids from a to stop.
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Page 47: Cooling System
Vehicle Care To activate the fill and air removal and shut off the engine. Allow 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out process: the engine to completely cool of View) down and add coolant. 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 1. With a cold system, add and Pressure Cap coolant to the indicated mark 9. - Page 48 Vehicle Care Charge Air Coolant What to Use Caution The charge air cooling system in the Warning vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL Do not use anything other than a engine coolant mixture. See mix of DEX-COOL coolant that Plain water, or other liquids such Recommended Fluids and meets GM Standard as alcohol, can boil before the...
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Page 49: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Adding Coolant Caution If the coolant level in the charge air coolant surge tank is low, return the Do not run the engine if there is a vehicle to your dealer to be checked leak in the engine cooling system. for leaks, purged of air and coolant This can cause a loss of all level adjustment. -
Page 50: Engine Fan
Vehicle Care Tows a trailer. See Driving on Engine Fan Electrical System Grades under Driving The vehicle has electric cooling Characteristics and Towing Tips Engine Compartment fan(s). The fans may be heard in the owner s manual. spinning at low speed during most Fuse Block If the DIC message comes on with everyday driving. - Page 51 Vehicle Care Auxiliary Fuse Block Relays Usage Caution Fuses Usage Diesel exhaust fluid Spilling liquid on any electrical Powertrain control component on the vehicle may sensor (LD) Fuel heater damage it. Always keep the 100 watt covers on any electrical Diesel exhaust fluid pump (LD) component.
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Page 52: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care Jump Starting See California Proposition 65 Warning in the owner s manual. Jump Starting - North Warning America Batteries can hurt you. They can If the battery has run down, try to be dangerous because: use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. - Page 53 Vehicle Care The jump start positive terminal (1) Caution Warning and negative terminal (2) are on the battery of the vehicle providing the If any accessories are left on or Using a match near a battery can jump start. plugged in during the jump cause battery gas to explode.
- Page 54 Vehicle Care 6. Connect the other end of the Caution red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the good If the jumper cables are battery. connected or removed in the 7. Connect one end of the black wrong order, electrical shorting negative ( ) cable to the may occur and damage the...
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Page 55: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance This maintenance section applies to competitively priced maintenance vehicles with a diesel engine. For and repair services. With trained gasoline engine vehicles, see the technicians, your dealer is the place maintenance schedule section in for routine maintenance such as oil General Information... - Page 56 Service and Maintenance Are driven on reasonable road Caution (Continued) Warning surfaces within legal driving limits. approved by GM could damage Performing maintenance work can Use the recommended fuel. See the vehicle, requiring expensive be dangerous and can cause Fuel for Diesel Engines 0 25. repairs that are not covered by serious injury.
- Page 57 Service and Maintenance Maintenance a year and the oil life system must Extended Idle Use be reset. Your trained dealer Schedule When the vehicle is used in a way technician can perform this work. that requires extended idle time, If the engine oil life system is reset one hour of use shall be deemed Owner Checks and Services accidentally, service the vehicle...
- Page 58 Service and Maintenance If equipped with the engine air Check engine coolant level. See filter life system, check the air Cooling System (Engine) 0 42 or filter life percentage. Cooling System (Turbocharger) If necessary, replace the engine 0 46. air filter and reset the engine air Visually check for fluid leaks.
- Page 59 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Perform 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.
- Page 60 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Perform 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.
- Page 61 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.
- Page 62 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants The following fluids apply to vehicles with a Duramax diesel engine. For other fluids not listed here, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the owner s manual. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name or specification, including fluids or lubricants not listed here, can be obtained from your dealer.
- Page 63 Service and 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 Cleaner/Filter 84121219 A3244C Fuel Filter 23304096 TP1015 Engine Oil Filter 55495105 PF66 Use only the specified filters.
- Page 64 Service and Maintenance 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 boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
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Page 65: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ....65 Engine Drive Belt Routing ..66... - Page 66 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 61. Capacities Application Metric English Engine Cooling System* 19.1 L 20.2 qt Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank** 20.3 L 5.3 gal Engine Oil with Filter...
- Page 67 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
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Page 68: Index
Index Index Accessories and Modifications . . . 35 Diesel Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ..41 Starting Your Engine ... . 14 Air Filter Diesel Exhaust Fluid . - Page 69 Index Engines Fuses Diesel Fuel ..... 25 Engine Compartment Fuse Maintenance Block ......49 Exhaust Brake .
- Page 70 Index Service Wait to Start Light ....11 Accessories and Water in Fuel ....27 Modifications .
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what does a red light symbol mean
The red light symbol in a GMC Duramax 3.0L typically indicates a critical warning, such as a severe issue with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system. When the DEF warning light is red and flashing, it means the vehicle is approaching a final speed limitation of 8 km/h (5 mph). This happens in steps, and a Driver Information Center (DIC) message will also display with the remaining distance until the speed is limited. Immediate attention is required, and service may be needed.
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I have a 2023 GMC Seirra 1500, 4WD, ext.cab and standard box with a 3.0L DuraMax diesel. What indication that the engine heater is 1. Plugged in and 2. Is working?