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DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011
2011 DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH)
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-1
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-15
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Conversions and
Add-Ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42
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Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 11-2
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 11-8
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-12
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
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  • Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) 2011 DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) In Brief ......1-1 Vehicle Care .
  • Page 2 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Introduction The names, logos, emblems, Please refer to the purchase Canadian Vehicle Owners slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your Propriétaires Canadiens...
  • Page 3 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Introduction Using this Supplement This supplement contains information specific to the unique components of the vehicle. It does not explain everything you need to know about the vehicle.
  • Page 4 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Introduction NOTES...
  • Page 5 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) In Brief In Brief Initial Drive For areas where ambient temperatures are below Information 40 C ( 40 F), use synthetic transmission fluid approved to...
  • Page 6 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) In Brief Heater Performance Mode Performance and To reset the Engine Oil Life System (Allison Transmission) on most pickup models: Maintenance When cold weather conditions are 1.
  • Page 7 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) In Brief On all models, the Engine Oil Life Diesel Particulate Filter Cleaning the DPF System can be reset as follows: (Exhaust Filter) (Exhaust Filter) 1.
  • Page 8 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) In Brief Special DPF Driver Messages If this occurs, the engine computer Do Not Use Non-Highway Fuel will turn on the Service Engine Soon...
  • Page 9 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (5,1) In Brief Diesel Exhaust Fluid As the DEF tank becomes low on fluid, warnings begin with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is used approximately 1600 km (1000 miles) with diesel engines to reduce the of remaining range.
  • Page 10 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (6,1) In Brief NOTES...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Instruments and Controls Instruments and Vehicle Messages Vehicle Messages ... 5-11 Controls Engine Cooling System Messages .

  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Instrument Cluster English Pickup Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 13 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Instruments and Controls English Van Shown, Metric Similar...

  • Page 14: Fuel Gauge

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Instruments and Controls See the owner manual for telltales and gauges not listed in supplement. Fuel Gauge English Pickup Models English Van Models When the ignition is on, the fuel...

  • Page 15: Engine Oil Pressure Gauge

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Instruments and Controls Listed are four situations customers Engine Oil Pressure may experience with the fuel gauge: Gauge At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads F (full).

  • Page 16: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (6,1) Instruments and Controls Notice: Lack of proper engine oil Malfunction maintenance can damage the Indicator Lamp engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
  • Page 17 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Instruments and Controls If the check engine light comes on Notice: Modifications made to the This light comes on during a and stays on, while the engine is...
  • Page 18 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (8,1) Instruments and Controls Light On Steady: An emission stalling when the vehicle is Emissions Inspection and control system malfunction has changed into gear, misfiring, Maintenance Programs been detected on the vehicle.

  • Page 19: Wait-To-Start Light

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Instruments and Controls The vehicle may not pass Wait-to-Start Light Diesel Exhaust Fluid inspection if: (DEF) Warning Light the check engine light is on with...

  • Page 20: Information Displays

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (10,1) 5-10 Instruments and Controls Information Displays If your vehicle does not have DIC FUEL FILTER LIFE RESET buttons, press the trip stem until You must reset the FUEL FILTER...

  • Page 21: Vehicle Messages

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Instruments and Controls 5-11 Vehicle Messages Engine Cooling System Engine Oil Messages Messages ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display warning messages if a...

  • Page 22: Fuel System Messages

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (12,1) 5-12 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages EXHAUST FLUID LOW SPEED Diesel Particulate Filter LIMITED SOON Messages CHANGE FUEL FILTER When the exhaust fluid range is less...

  • Page 23: Service Vehicle Messages

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Instruments and Controls 5-13 Service Vehicle Messages If your vehicle has DIC buttons, this For more information on the message will not be displayed.

  • Page 24: Transmission Messages

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (14,1) 5-14 Instruments and Controls FAST IDLE ON Vehicle Speed Messages SPEED LIMITED TO 89 KM/H (55 MPH) If your vehicle has this feature, this...

  • Page 25: Vehicle Personalization

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Instruments and Controls 5-15 Vehicle Feature Settings Menu Items PTO SET 1 SPEED This feature allows you to select the Personalization PTO STANDBY SPEED PTO 1 set speed.
  • Page 26 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (16,1) 5-16 Instruments and Controls PTO SET 2 SPEED PTO TAP STEP PTO SHUTDOWN TIME This feature allows you to select the This feature allows you to select the This feature allows you to select the PTO 2 set speed.
  • Page 27 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Driving and Operating Driving and Fuel Starting and Fuel for Diesel Engines ..9-17 Operating Operating What Fuel to Use in The U.S.

  • Page 28: Driving And

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) Driving and Operating Starting the Engine 3. If the engine does not start after Cold Weather Starting 15 seconds of cranking, turn the (Diesel Engine) 1.
  • Page 29 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Driving and Operating If the Diesel Engine Will Not If the batteries don't have enough Elevated Idle charge to start the engine, see Start...
  • Page 30 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) Driving and Operating When the engine is started, it will Once these inputs are removed, the Fast Idle control will be disabled slowly ramp up to the high idle...

  • Page 31: Winter Cover

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Driving and Operating Keep the underside of the winter Winter Cover The following usage guidelines will cover as clean as possible at all allow adequate airflow for proper If the vehicle includes a winter times.
  • Page 32 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (6,1) Driving and Operating Installation (Chevrolet Pickup) Open the hood. A. Slide the channels of the cover down the back edge of the grille on both sides.
  • Page 33 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Driving and Operating D. Hook J-clips to the side edge of the grille. E. To remove the winter cover, reverse the steps listed previously.
  • Page 34 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (8,1) Driving and Operating D. To remove the winter cover, reverse the steps listed previously. Installation (Van Models) Open the hood and secure it with the prop rod.

  • Page 35: Engine Heater

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Driving and Operating C. Attach the metal hooks, 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded The length of time the heater should one each at the top corners.

  • Page 36: Fuel Operated Heater (Foh) (Van Models Only)

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (10,1) 9-10 Driving and Operating Fuel Operated Heater The FOH will turn on if all of the Engine Exhaust following conditions exist: (FOH) (Van Models Only)
  • Page 37 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Driving and Operating 9-11 The DPF will clean itself as part of For the filter to clean itself, the Extended idle should be normal operation. Several factors...

  • Page 38: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (12,1) 9-12 Driving and Operating If you continue to drive with the Extended idling in P (Park) can Diesel Exhaust Fluid DPF warning message on and the...
  • Page 39 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Driving and Operating 9-13 Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid Filling the DEF Tank DEF can be purchased at a Use only exhaust fluid Chevrolet or GMC dealer. It can...
  • Page 40 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (14,1) 9-14 Driving and Operating Exhaust Fluid Low Warnings engine start, with the vehicle stopped, for the EXHAUST FLUID A full DEF tank will last for several EMPTY message to clear.
  • Page 41 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Driving and Operating 9-15 If these warnings are ignored and Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor Service Exhaust Fluid System the DEF tank becomes empty, a...

  • Page 42: Brakes

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (16,1) 9-16 Driving and Operating Brakes downshifts selected is determined by the length of time the vehicles brakes are applied, and the rate the Exhaust Brake vehicle is slowing.

  • Page 43: Fuel For Diesel Engines

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Driving and Operating 9-17 If you ever run out of diesel Fuel Diesel fuel or fuel fuel, it can be difficult to additives not recommended in restart the engine.

  • Page 44: What Fuel To Use In

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (18,1) 9-18 Driving and Operating What Fuel to Use in Look for the following label on the Diesel Fuel Grades dispenser to ensure you are filling The U.S.
  • Page 45 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Driving and Operating 9-19 Pump labeling Retail pumps Biodiesel What not to use dispensing blends containing up Do not use home made biodiesel in...
  • Page 46 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (20,1) 9-20 Driving and Operating Biodiesel quality Blends When refueling with a biodiesel Certain driving containing more than 5% and blend above B5, ensure one of...
  • Page 47 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Driving and Operating 9-21 Biodiesel fuel quality degrades Fuels improperly blended for With long term use of with time and exposure to high cold temperature operation may...

  • Page 48: What Fuel To Use In Canada And Mexico

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (22,1) 9-22 Driving and Operating Refueling Accidental Refueling with What Fuel to Use in Gasoline Canada and Mexico Diesel fuel can foam when you fill If you accidentally refuel with the tank.
  • Page 49 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Driving and Operating 9-23 Diesel Fuel Types Biodiesel What not to use Canadian fuels are blended for Do not use home made biodiesel in What is biodiesel? seasonal changes.
  • Page 50 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (24,1) 9-24 Driving and Operating Biodiesel blends If there are questions about the Read further to determine if your biodiesel containing fuels you are driving habits are compatible with It is acceptable to use diesel fuel using, contact your fuel supplier.
  • Page 51 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Driving and Operating 9-25 Biodiesel gels sooner than Vehicles operated for extended This vehicle is equipped with a conventional diesel fuel at cold periods of time on conventional...
  • Page 52 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (26,1) 9-26 Driving and Operating What Fuel to Use in Mexico Refueling Accidental Refueling with Gasoline Use of diesel fuel other Diesel fuel can foam when you fill...

  • Page 53: Cold Weather Operation

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Driving and Operating 9-27 Cold Weather Operation Water in Fuel If the fuel tank needs to be purged to remove water, see your Follow the instructions listed dealer or a qualified technician.
  • Page 54 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (28,1) 9-28 Driving and Operating Water in Fuel Light Chart Driving when this Recommended warning indicator is on, can Problem Action If the WATER IN FUEL SERVICE...
  • Page 55 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (29,1) Driving and Operating 9-29 For van models, the filter drain 7. For pickup models, start the valves for the primary and engine and let it run for a secondary fuel filters are located few minutes.
  • Page 56 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (30,1) 9-30 Driving and Operating Fuel Priming If one or more of the above occur, 2. Make sure the fuel filter has it is very likely that air has entered...
  • Page 57 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Driving and Operating 9-31 8. Close the vent valve. Clean any 2. Turn the ignition key on for 7. If the engine runs, but does not fuel that accumulated on the fuel 30 seconds.

  • Page 58: Running Out Of Fuel

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (32,1) 9-32 Driving and Operating Running Out of Fuel 3. Turn the ignition key to START The check engine light may come for 10 to 15 seconds at a time on if the vehicle has run out of fuel.

  • Page 59: Fuel Filter Replacement

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (33,1) Driving and Operating 9-33 Fuel Filter Replacement The fuel filter is located in the 5. Install the new filter element. engine compartment on the 6.
  • Page 60 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (34,1) 9-34 Driving and Operating Van Models First, drain any water from the filter Primary Filter (A) following the procedure for draining If the fuel operated heater (FOH) is 1.

  • Page 61: Filling The Tank

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (35,1) Driving and Operating 9-35 6. Follow the vehicle fuel system Filling the Tank priming procedure earlier in this section to re prime the system.
  • Page 62 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (36,1) 9-36 Driving and Operating For chassis-cab models, refuel the Be careful not to spill diesel fuel. If you need a new fuel front tank first, or in instances when Do not top off or overfill your tank, cap, be sure to get the right type.

  • Page 63: Filling A Portable Fuel

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (37,1) Driving and Operating 9-37 Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container Trailer Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact WARNING with the inside of the fill...
  • Page 64 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (38,1) 9-38 Driving and Operating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Max.
  • Page 65 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (39,1) Driving and Operating 9-39 Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR** Pickup Model Regular Cab 3.73 7 938 kg (17,500 lbs) 11 113 kg (24,500 lbs)
  • Page 66 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (40,1) 9-40 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR** K-3500 Pickup Model Regular Cab 4WD* Single Rear Wheels 3.73 7 893 kg (17,400 lbs)
  • Page 67 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (41,1) Driving and Operating 9-41 Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR** Vans Models G2500 Cargo Van Short Wheelbase 3.54 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs)

  • Page 68: Conversions And Add-Ons

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (42,1) 9-42 Driving and Operating Conversions and The PTO stationary mode provides both in cab and remote controls. Add-Ons The in cab controls are enabled as the factory preset.
  • Page 69 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (43,1) Driving and Operating 9-43 PTO Enabling/Disabling For in-cab PTO operation: Additional information is available in the service manual for the Conditions Press and release the 1 position on correct wiring configuration and the PTO switch.
  • Page 70 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (44,1) 9-44 Driving and Operating The brake must be pressed and DIC WARNING MESSAGES In addition to these messages, the then released. The brake must...
  • Page 71 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (45,1) Driving and Operating 9-45 Press and release the 0 on the The mobile PTO mode will also The stationary PTO mode will also PTO in cab switch. The engine...
  • Page 72 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (46,1) 9-46 Driving and Operating Preset PTO Mode Choose one of two factory presets Maximum PTO Operating Speed: by pressing the PTO In-cab During PTO operation, the...
  • Page 73 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (47,1) Driving and Operating 9-47 Variable PTO Mode operation. Therefore, low vehicle The initial stand by speed can be speed operation 16 40 km/h adjusted by holding the accelerator...
  • Page 74 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (48,1) 9-48 Driving and Operating /SET (SET/TAP-DOWN/COAST) +/RES (RESUME/TAP-UP/ACCEL) Remote Engine Start Control SET: Press and hold the RESUME: When a PTO set speed The vehicle s PTO system allows...
  • Page 75 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (49,1) Driving and Operating 9-49 The following conditions must be To enable normal PTO operation Remote Engine Shutdown met before attempting to remote after remotely starting the vehicle:...
  • Page 76 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (50,1) 9-50 Driving and Operating Engine shutdown based on Prolonged or Extended PTO The ENGINE POWER IS critical engine conditions: The REDUCED Driver Information Operation...
  • Page 77 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (51,1) Driving and Operating 9-51 Factory Preset Parameters The following table lists the factory preset parameters. These may be altered by the service technician to configure the various PTO features.
  • Page 78 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (52,1) 9-52 Driving and Operating Programmable Factory Setting Minimum Value Maximum Value Parameters Action after brake is RETURN TO BASE RETURN TO BASE RETURN TO...
  • Page 79 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (53,1) Driving and Operating 9-53 Programmable Factory Setting Minimum Value Maximum Value Parameters 500 RPM PTO Set Speed 1 PTO Set Speed 1 1250 RPM...
  • Page 80 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (54,1) 9-54 Driving and Operating Programmable Factory Setting Minimum Value Maximum Value Parameters Wheel Speed Sensitivity HIGH LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH Remote Set Switch Transition to Low...
  • Page 81 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant ... . . 10-22 Engine Overheating ..10-26 Starter Switch Check .

  • Page 82: Vehicle Care

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 10-2 Vehicle Care General Information Damage to vehicle components Aftermarket Engine resulting from the installation or use Performance Enhancement of non GM certified parts, including...
  • Page 83 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Vehicle Care 10-3 Engine power enhancement products may enable the engine to operate at horsepower and torque levels that could damage, create failure, or reduce the life of the engine, engine emission system, transmission, and drivetrain.

  • Page 84: Vehicle Checks

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) 10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Engine Compartment Overview United States Pickup models Shown, Canada Similar...
  • Page 85 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Vehicle Care 10-5 A. Coolant Surge Tank and K. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Pressure Cap L. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal M.
  • Page 86 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (6,1) 10-6 Vehicle Care United States Van models Shown, Canada Similar...

  • Page 87: Engine Oil

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Battery Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil B. Coolant Surge Tank It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine oil level at each fuel fill.
  • Page 88 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (8,1) 10-8 Vehicle Care When to Add Engine Oil area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. You should drain out the excess oil or limit your...
  • Page 89 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Vehicle Care 10-9 starting. These numbers on the Look for this on the oil container, What to Do with Used Oil oil container show its viscosity,...

  • Page 90: Engine Oil Life System

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (10,1) 10-10 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System It is possible that, if driving under How to Reset the Engine Oil the best conditions, the oil life...

  • Page 91: Automatic Transmission

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Vehicle Care 10-11 2. Press and hold the SET/RESET Automatic Transmission Notice: Too much or too button on the DIC, or the trip little fluid can damage the...
  • Page 92 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (12,1) 10-12 Vehicle Care Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the 3. Check the fluid level reading. engine, follow these steps: Repeat the check procedure to Prepare the vehicle as follows: verify the reading.
  • Page 93 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Vehicle Care 10-13 Hot Check Procedure 4. Safe operating level is within the Consistency of Readings HOT RUN band on the dipstick. The fluid must be hot to ensure an...
  • Page 94 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (14,1) 10-14 Vehicle Care How to Add Fluid Notice: Use of the incorrect When to Check and Change automatic transmission fluid may (Van Models) In cold operation, Allison...
  • Page 95 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Vehicle Care 10-15 Notice: Too much or too To get the right reading, the fluid Checking the Fluid Level little fluid can damage the...
  • Page 96 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (16,1) 10-16 Vehicle Care Then, without shutting off the What Transmission Fluid engine, follow these steps: to Use (Allison Transmission Only) Cold Operation When temperatures are very cold,...
  • Page 97 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Vehicle Care 10-17 Transmission shifting might be B. For areas where ambient It does not take much fluid, firmer with a cold transmission. temperatures fall below generally less than 0.5 L (1 pint).

  • Page 98: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (18,1) 10-18 Vehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect To inspect and replace the filter and reset the restriction indicator: Inspect the air cleaner/filter every...
  • Page 99 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Vehicle Care 10-19 3. Remove the two air cleaner See Scheduled Maintenance on Van Models housing cover screws (D). page 11 2 to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner/filter.
  • Page 100 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (20,1) 10-20 Vehicle Care When to Inspect To inspect and replace the filter and 5. Reinstall the cover and tighten reset the restriction indicator: the screws.

  • Page 101: Cooling System

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Vehicle Care 10-21 Cooling System Van Models WARNING The cooling system allows the Heater and radiator hoses, and engine to maintain the correct other engine parts, can be very working temperature.

  • Page 102: Engine Coolant

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (22,1) 10-22 Vehicle Care Protect against rust and Engine Coolant What to Use corrosion Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, The cooling system in the vehicle is...
  • Page 103 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Vehicle Care 10-23 Notice: If an improper coolant Checking Coolant (Pickup Models) WARNING mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged.
  • Page 104 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (24,1) 10-24 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant (Van Models) Adding Coolant (Pickup and WARNING Van Models) If more coolant is needed, add the Turning the surge tank pressure...
  • Page 105 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Vehicle Care 10-25 Turn the pressure cap slowly 5. Replace the pressure cap. WARNING counterclockwise about one full Be sure the pressure cap is turn.

  • Page 106: Engine Overheating

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (26,1) 10-26 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating If No Steam Is Coming from WARNING (Continued) the Engine Compartment There is an engine coolant The ENGINE OVERHEATED...

  • Page 107: Starter Switch Check

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Vehicle Care 10-27 If the ENGINE OVERHEATED If the warning continues, pull over, Starter Switch Check STOP ENGINE, or ENGINE stop, and park the vehicle OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE right away.

  • Page 108: Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (28,1) 10-28 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) ignition to ON/RUN, but do not Shift Lock Control Mechanism Check start the engine.

  • Page 109: Electrical System

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (29,1) Vehicle Care 10-29 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Electrical System vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, Engine Compartment Fuse Block set the parking brake.
  • Page 110 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (30,1) 10-30 Vehicle Care To remove fuses, hold the end of Fuses Usage Fuses Usage the fuse between your thumb and Trailer Back-up Integrated Trailer index finger and pull straight out.
  • Page 111 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Vehicle Care 10-31 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Key Ignition System, Airbag System Climate Controls Theft Deterrent (Battery) (Ignition) System Instrument Panel Engine Control...
  • Page 112 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (32,1) 10-32 Vehicle Care J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses FAN RLY Fan Relay Electric Running HDLP Boards Low-Beam Headlamp LO/HID Heated Windshield Washer System Front Fog Lamps...
  • Page 113 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that: Maintenance Maintenance carry passengers and cargo intervals, checks, inspections,...
  • Page 114 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 11-2 Service and Maintenance The proper replacement parts, Scheduled WARNING fluids, and lubricants to use are Maintenance listed in Recommended Fluids and Performing maintenance work Lubricants on page 11 8 and on a vehicle can be dangerous.
  • Page 115 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Service and Maintenance 11-3 Windshield washer fluid level Fluids visual leak check If the engine oil life system is reset check. See Washer Fluid in the...
  • Page 116 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) 11-4 Service and Maintenance Lubricate the front suspension, Fluids and Lubricants on the DPF becomes loaded with steering linkage, rear driveline page 11 8. More frequent ash.
  • Page 117 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Service and Maintenance 11-5 properly seated and the cover Additional Required Services Once a Month fits tightly. Tighten connections Tire inflation pressures check. At the First 160 km/100 Miles,...
  • Page 118 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (6,1) 11-6 Service and Maintenance First Engine Oil Change After plowing occupations meet this First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles definition. Check vent hose at...
  • Page 119 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Service and Maintenance 11-7 Four wheel drive pickup models First Engine Oil Change After First Engine Oil Change After only: Transfer case fluid change...
  • Page 120 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (8,1) 11-8 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
  • Page 121 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Service and Maintenance 11-9 Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Allison Transmission Only: For areas where ambient temperatures are Automatic Transmission below -40°C (-40°F) use Synthetic Transmission Fluid approved to Allison Transmission specification TES 295 (GM Part No.
  • Page 122 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (10,1) 11-10 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Pickup Models: Front Axle Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, Propshaft Spline in Canada 10953511).
  • Page 123 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Service and Maintenance 11-11 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part...
  • Page 124 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (12,1) 11-12 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.
  • Page 125 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 126 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (14,1) 11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 127 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ....12-2...
  • Page 128 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 8 for more information.
  • Page 129 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil With Filter 9.5 L 10.0 qt Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) Auto 6-Speed Transmission Allison 7.0 L...
  • Page 130 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
  • Page 131 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (1,1) INDEX Cluster, IP ..... . 5-2 Cold Weather Operation .
  • Page 132 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (2,1) INDEX Fuel for Diesel Engines ..9-17 Fuses Filter Lamps Engine Compartment Diesel Particulate ... . .9-10 Malfunction Indicator .
  • Page 133 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (3,1) INDEX Messages (cont.) Specifications and Starting the Vehicle ...5-13 Capacities ....12-2 Recommended Fluids and Transmission .
  • Page 134 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com DURAMAX Diesel Engine (LML/LGH) - 2011 Black plate (4,1) INDEX Vehicle Canadian Owners ....ii Messages ....5-11 Personalization .

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