Introduction Introduction This vehicle only operates on Using this Supplement Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). This supplement contains It will not operate on gasoline, information specific to the unique diesel, or Liquefied Petroleum components of the vehicle. It does Gas (LPG) fuel. not explain everything you need to Keep this manual in the vehicle for know about the vehicle.
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Warning Lights, The fuel gauge has been calibrated to display full at approximately Gauges, and Controls 24 800 kPa (3,600 psig) and empty at approximately 2 758 kPa Indicators (400 psig). Warning Lights, Gauges, and When the low fuel warning indicator Fuel Gauge Indicators...
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Instruments and Controls This vehicle has been specifically This light should come on, as a designed to illuminate this indicator check to show you it is working, when emissions exceed acceptable when the ignition is on and the levels while operating on natural engine is not running.
Driving and Operating Driving and Driving Information Starting and Operating Operating Vehicle Load Limits Starting the Engine Caution Driving Information Starting the engine in a CNG Vehicle Load Limits ... . . 5 vehicle is similar to starting a Loose items stored in the cargo gasoline engine.
Driving and Operating temperatures drop below 16 °C Fuel The main component of CNG is (4 °F). When starting the vehicle in methane, a highly flammable, This vehicle is designed to operate cold weather at high altitudes: colorless gas. An odorant has been on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).
Driving and Operating Filling the Tank Refueling Procedure There are two methods of refueling: fast filling or time filling. Fast filling Warning is normally used in fuel stations for CNG is flammable and highly natural gas vehicles. It takes about six to eight minutes to fill up the fuel explosive.
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Driving and Operating During fueling, CNG needs to be Consult materials available from Warning delivered to the vehicle at the NGVAmerica - http://www.ngvc.org appropriate pressure in relationship and the Clean Vehicle Education If CNG tanks are filled to a higher to the ambient temperature.
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Driving and Operating and follow the refueling instructions on the pump or provided by the station operator. Fill Valve O-Ring If fuel or vapor is heard or seen leaking from the nozzle-fill valve connection, stop refueling immediately. Dirt or other debris may be preventing a positive connection.
Driving and Operating use with CNG are included with the station, remove the nozzle from the Warning (Continued) vehicle. See an authorized GM fill valve. A hissing sound may be dealer for additional O-rings. heard as a small amount of natural safe stopping location.
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Driving and Operating A slight natural gas odor may be Warning (Continued) detected for a few moments after refueling. This is normal. You should Keep all smoking materials not be able to smell natural gas at and sources of ignition away any other time.
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Driving and Operating Turn the lever one-quarter turn clockwise to turn off. Do not drive the vehicle. The vehicle should be towed to an authorized GM dealer. 3. The manual shutoff valve is on A label is on the outside of the the inner side of the driver side vehicle above the manual frame rail halfway between the...
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Warning The trailer hitch protects the CNG tank in a crash and from road hazards. Damage may result in a rupture or explosion of the CNG tank. You or others could be injured or even killed. If the trailer hitch must be removed for any reason, e.g., tank inspection or vehicle repair, always reinstall the...
Vehicle Care Vehicle Care General Information Warning (Continued) Accessories and bins, to the shield. Do not drill, General Information modify, or use shields as a work Modifications Accessories and surface. Do not use fire near Do not add accessories to the CNG Modifications .
Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Do not modify, tamper with, Warning (Continued) or perforate the cargo area tank shield. Damage to the fuel system Doing Your Own or death may result. Never can result. attempt to modify the fuel system, Service Work and always have the fuel system repaired and maintained by a Warning...
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Vehicle Care The in-tank fuel shutoff valve is Manual Shutoff Valve controlled by the ignition switch and a solenoid on the high pressure regulator under the vehicle. When the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or ACC/ ACCESSORY, the solenoid is off and the valve is closed, shutting off fuel flow to the engine.
Vehicle Care The manual shutoff valve is on the Wheels and Tires Jump Starting inner side of the driver side frame rail halfway between the front and Tire Changing Jump Starting - North rear tires. America This vehicle does not have a spare A label is on the outside of the tire.
Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle Appearance Care Exterior Care Warning Finish Damage Improperly positioned tow straps, hooks, or chains can damage the Warning CNG fuel system and cause a leak. If leaking gas catches fire, it Heating the vehicle to above 82 ° could cause injury or death.
Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance Warning (Continued) Schedule Maintenance CNG fuel system operating pressure. You could be severely Warning injured or killed. Take the vehicle Maintenance Schedule to an authorized GM dealer to The tank shields protect the CNG Maintenance Schedule .
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Service and Maintenance The flex lines must be inspected The fuel tanks must be replaced yearly. If there are cuts or corrosion 15 years after manufacture. The in the jacket of the flex lines or if the expiration date of the fuel tanks vehicle has been in an accident, the is on a label on the fuel tanks.
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Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records Natural Gas Vehicle (CNG) Service Records Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) CNG Tank Information Location Size Capacity* Serial # Exp. Date 254 mm x 1 854 mm 79.5 L In Front of Rear Axle (10 in x 73 in) (21.0 gal) Behind Rear Axle 335 mm x 787 mm...
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Service and Maintenance CNG Fuel Tank Inspection Record Tank Location: Tank Serial Number: Tank Expiration Date: Inspection Interval Inspection Date Inspector Inspector Initials Type of Repair (Mileage or Years) 15 Years Tank Exchanged...
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Service and Maintenance CNG Fuel Tank Inspection Record Tank Location: Tank Serial Number: Tank Expiration Date: Inspection Interval Inspection Date Inspector Inspector Initials Type of Repair (Mileage or Years) 15 Years Tank Exchanged...
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Service and Maintenance CNG Fuel Tank Inspection Record Tank Location: Tank Serial Number: Tank Expiration Date: Inspection Interval Inspection Date Inspector Inspector Initials Type of Repair (Mileage or Years) 15 Years Tank Exchanged...
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Service and Maintenance CNG Fuel Tank Inspection Record Tank Location: Tank Serial Number: Tank Expiration Date: Inspection Interval Inspection Date Inspector Inspector Initials Type of Repair (Mileage or Years) 15 Years Tank Exchanged...
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ....27...
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Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Application Total Capacities Canada U.S. 200 Bar @ 15 °C 3,600 psi @ 70 °F CNG Fuel Tank Capacity 4 Tank Cargo Van ¹ 20.7 GGE 23.1 GGE CNG Fuel Tank Capacity 3 Tank Cargo and Passenger 13.8 GGE 15.4 GGE Van ¹...
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