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Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12
2013 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel
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 . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-15
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . 9-10
Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-43
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Black plate (1,1)
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Recommended Fluids . . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-16
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

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  • Page 1 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) 2013 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel In Brief ......1-1 Brakes .
  • Page 2 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (2,1) Introduction The names, logos, emblems, For vehicles first sold in Canada, Canadian Vehicle Owners substitute the name General slogans, vehicle model names, and Propriétaires Canadiens vehicle body designs appearing in...
  • Page 3 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) Introduction Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of this supplement. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the supplement, and the page number where you will find it.
  • Page 4 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) Introduction NOTES...

  • Page 5: Initial Drive Information

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) In Brief In Brief Initial Drive For areas where ambient temperatures are below 40°C Information ( 40°F), use synthetic transmission fluid approved to Allison Initial Drive Information Transmission Transmission®...

  • Page 6: Performance And Maintenance

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (2,1) In Brief Heater Performance Mode Performance and To reset the Engine Oil Life System on most pickup models: When cold weather conditions are Maintenance detected, the transmission raises 1.
  • Page 7 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) In Brief See Engine Oil Life System on Cleaning the DPF (Exhaust of the DPF. When the engine page 10 9. computer detects that the DPF is Filter)
  • Page 8 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) In Brief Fuel In addition: vehicles with an active OnStar® subscription, OnStar can help to Use the correct engine oil. Use Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel locate a DEF retailer. For more...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) Instruments and Controls Instruments and Diesel Particulate Filter Messages ....5-12 Controls Service Vehicle Messages .

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (2,1) Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Instrument Cluster English Pickup Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 11 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) Instruments and Controls English Van Shown, Metric Similar...

  • Page 12: Fuel Gauge

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) Instruments and Controls See the owner manual for warning lights and gauges not listed in this supplement. Fuel Gauge English Pickup Models English Van Models When the ignition is on, the fuel...

  • Page 13: Engine Oil Pressure Gauge

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 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 14: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (6,1) Instruments and Controls The engine oil pressure gauge Malfunction reads in kPa (kilopascals) or psi Indicator Lamp (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Oil pressure may...
  • Page 15 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (7,1) Instruments and Controls This light may also come on when those of the same Tire conditions might go away once the Performance Criteria (TPC) can engine is warmed up. See Fuel for the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) management system is not working.

  • Page 16: Wait-To-Start Light

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (8,1) Instruments and Controls happen if the 12-volt battery has The fast warm-up glow plug system recently been replaced or run makes the wait-to-start light stay on down. The diagnostic system is...

  • Page 17: Information Displays

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (9,1) Instruments and Controls See Diesel Exhaust Fluid Messages Information Displays When LOW appears on the display, on page 5 11 for information on the you should add diesel exhaust fluid specific message displaying with the as soon as you can.

  • Page 18: Vehicle Messages

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (10,1) 5-10 Instruments and Controls FUEL FILTER LIFE RESET Vehicle Messages Engine Protection Operating Mode in the owner manual for You must reset the FUEL FILTER The Driver Information Center (DIC)

  • Page 19: Engine Power Messages

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (11,1) Instruments and Controls 5-11 This message clears itself after WATER IN FUEL SERVICE (1,000 mi) of fluid range remaining, 10 seconds, until the next ignition the fluid is approximately 11 L REQUIRED cycle.

  • Page 20: Diesel Particulate Filter

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (12,1) 5-12 Instruments and Controls Diesel Particulate Filter Service Vehicle Messages Starting the Vehicle Messages Messages SERVICE EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM SEE OWNERS CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER ELEVATED IDLE OFF MANUAL NOW...

  • Page 21: Transmission Messages

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (13,1) Instruments and Controls 5-13 of the available settings and press of the available settings and press Vehicle Speed Messages the set/reset button while it is the set/reset button while it is For more information on these displayed on the DIC to select it.
  • Page 22 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (14,1) 5-14 Instruments and Controls The vehicle speed will be limited to SPEED LIMITED TO 88 KM/H TRANSITIONING TO XX KM/H 88 km/h (55 mph) when the (55 MPH) (XX MPH) MAX SPEED countdown is over.

  • Page 23: Vehicle Personalization

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (15,1) Instruments and Controls 5-15 Vehicle Feature Settings Menu Items To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired Personalization PTO STANDBY SPEED setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 24 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (16,1) 5-16 Instruments and Controls 2400 RPM 3200 RPM NO CHANGE NO CHANGE NO CHANGE To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired To select a setting, press the set/ To select a setting, press the set/ setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 25 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (17,1) Instruments and Controls 5-17 110 MINUTES NO CHANGE To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 26 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (18,1) 5-18 Instruments and Controls NOTES...

  • Page 27: Starting And Operating

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) Driving and Operating Driving and Water in Fuel ....9-27 Starting and Running Out of Fuel ..9-32...
  • Page 28 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (2,1) Driving and Operating 2. As soon as the wait-to-start light When the engine is cold, let it run If the Diesel Engine Will Not for a few minutes before you move...

  • Page 29: Driving And Operating

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) Driving and Operating Be sure you have the right oil for the Engine Idle Variations This feature can be turned on or off engine, and that you have changed using the DIC buttons.

  • Page 30: Winter Cover

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) Driving and Operating Air intake temperature reaches The brake pedal is pressed. Fast Idle control will be enabled 0°C (32°F). when the following conditions The transmission is shifted out...
  • Page 31 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (5,1) Driving and Operating Usage Guidelines function properly. The temperature that is shown will be The winter cover should only be incorrect. used while operating the vehicle in Keep the underside of the winter...
  • Page 32 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (6,1) Driving and Operating Installation (Chevrolet Pickup) 1. Open the hood. 2. Slide the channels of the cover down the back edge of the grille on both sides. 3. Hook J-clips to the bottom of the 4.
  • Page 33 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (7,1) Driving and Operating 5. Hook J-clips to the side edge of the grille. 6. To remove the winter cover, reverse the steps listed previously. Installation (GMC Pickup) 1. Open the hood.
  • Page 34 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (8,1) Driving and Operating 5. To remove the winter cover, reverse the steps listed previously. Installation (Van Models) 1. Open the hood and secure it with the prop rod.

  • Page 35: Engine Heater

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (9,1) Driving and Operating 4. Attach the metal hooks, one The length of time the heater should WARNING each at the top corners. remain plugged in depends on the outside temperature.

  • Page 36: Fuel Operated Heater (Foh)

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (10,1) 9-10 Driving and Operating Fuel Operated The FOH will turn on if all of the Diesel Particulate following conditions exist: Heater (FOH) Filter Outside air temperature is below or equal to 4°C (39°F).
  • Page 37 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (11,1) Driving and Operating 9-11 Module (ECM). The self-cleaning panel telltale lights and Driver WARNING Information Center for messages occurs approximately once per tank of fuel. and take appropriate indicated During DPF self cleaning or action.

  • Page 38: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (12,1) 9-12 Driving and Operating Vehicles with DPF have specific fuel Diesel Exhaust Fluid Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid and engine oil requirements. See DEF can be purchased at a What Fuel to Use in The U.S.
  • Page 39 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (13,1) Driving and Operating 9-13 requiring costly repairs that will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. When adding DEF to an empty or very low tank, always add at least 7.6 L (2 gal) of fluid to release the...
  • Page 40 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (14,1) 9-14 Driving and Operating See Exhaust Fluid Level in Driver If DEF is added under freezing If these warnings are ignored and conditions, additional time may be the DEF tank becomes empty, the Information Center (DIC) on page 5 9.
  • Page 41 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (15,1) Driving and Operating 9-15 When the mileage countdown is A flashing warning light and a chime All DEF has an expiration date. also come on. Vehicle speed will be...
  • Page 42 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (16,1) 9-16 Driving and Operating After the transition to 105 km/h SPEED displays. The displayed 160 KM (99 MI) UNTIL 105 KM/H mileage will decrease as driving (65 MPH) MAX SPEED displays.

  • Page 43: Service Emission System

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (17,1) Driving and Operating 9-17 MAX SPEED displays. The When the mileage countdown is this message will clear itself, zero, the DIC message SERVICE indicating that the emission system displayed mileage will decrease as driving continues.

  • Page 44: Brakes

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (18,1) 9-18 Driving and Operating When the mileage countdown is Brakes To turn the brake off, press the zero, the DIC message SERVICE exhaust brake switch a second time.

  • Page 45: Fuel

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (19,1) Driving and Operating 9-19 We do not test aftermarket Automatic downshifts will not occur Fuel diesel fuel additives. Some if the vehicle is in Range Selection additives, particularly those Mode.

  • Page 46: What Fuel To Use In The U.s

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (20,1) 9-20 Driving and Operating What Fuel to Use in No. 1-D diesel fuel can be used in very cold temperatures (when it The U.S. stays below 18°C or 0°F);...
  • Page 47 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (21,1) Driving and Operating 9-21 Raw vegetable oil or this fuel must meet the latest above B5, ensure one of the version of ASTM specification following two labels appears on...
  • Page 48 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (22,1) 9-22 Driving and Operating Biodiesel quality Blends We neither encourage nor Owners who have very low fuel containing more than 5% and up discourage the use of biodiesel...
  • Page 49 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (23,1) Driving and Operating 9-23 Fuels improperly blended for With long-term use of Refueling cold temperature operation may conventional diesel fuel, gum Diesel fuel can foam when you fill...

  • Page 50: What Fuel To Use In Canada And Mexico

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (24,1) 9-24 Driving and Operating Accidental Refueling with exhaust after treatment system. Premium Diesel Fuel Gasoline This damage would not be Diesel fuels corresponding to the covered by the vehicle warranty.
  • Page 51 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (25,1) Driving and Operating 9-25 What not to use the latest version of ASTM Read further to determine if your specification D7467 (Biodiesel driving habits are compatible with Do not use home-made biodiesel in blend, B6-B20).
  • Page 52 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (26,1) 9-26 Driving and Operating Biodiesel gels sooner than Vehicles operated for extended Biodiesel reduces the conventional diesel fuel at cold periods of time on conventional effectiveness of the vehicle s...

  • Page 53: Cold Weather Operation

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (27,1) Driving and Operating 9-27 Cold Weather Operation Water in Fuel WARNING Follow the instructions listed WARNING Heat coming from the engine can previously under the heading What cause the fuel to expand and Fuel to Use.
  • Page 54 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (28,1) 9-28 Driving and Operating If the fuel tank needs to be Recommended Recommended purged to remove water, see your Problem Action Problem Action dealer or a qualified technician.
  • Page 55 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (29,1) Driving and Operating 9-29 means water was pumped into 4. For pickup models, open the the fuel tank. Turn off the engine drain valve by turning it two to immediately.
  • Page 56 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (30,1) 9-30 Driving and Operating 7. For pickup models, start the eliminate air before operating the However, the engine and/or the engine and let it run for a few...
  • Page 57 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (31,1) Driving and Operating 9-31 The engine may start and stall. If this occurs, operate the priming pump several times in between starting attempts. Once the engine stays running, allow it to idle for a few minutes.

  • Page 58: Running Out Of Fuel

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (32,1) 9-32 Driving and Operating 3. After completing the initial prime 8. If the engine starts and runs but Running Out of Fuel stalls again, turn the ignition key...

  • Page 59: Fuel Filter Replacement

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (33,1) Driving and Operating 9-33 3. Turn the ignition key to START The check engine light may come Drain any water from the filter for 10 to 15 seconds at a time on if the vehicle has run out of fuel.
  • Page 60 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (34,1) 9-34 Driving and Operating 7. Reposition the wheel liner. WARNING 8. Install and tighten fasteners. Diesel fuel is flammable. It could 9. Use the fuel filter priming start a fire if something ignites it, procedure earlier in this section and you could be burned.
  • Page 61 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (35,1) Driving and Operating 9-35 Fuel Filter 5. Reinstall and tighten the filter's cap and reconnect the water 1. Apply the parking brake. sensor wire to the filter. 6. Follow the vehicle fuel system priming procedure earlier in this section to re-prime the system.

  • Page 62: Filling The Tank

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (36,1) 9-36 Driving and Operating 6. Install the fuel pump screen and Filling the Tank WARNING (CONTINUED) o-ring. 7. Install the fuel pump WARNING Do not reenter the vehicle screen bowl.
  • Page 63 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (37,1) Driving and Operating 9-37 To remove the fuel cap, turn it If you need a new fuel slowly to the left (counterclockwise). cap, be sure to get the right type.

  • Page 64: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (38,1) 9-38 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (CONTINUED) Container Trailer Towing Place the nozzle inside the fill WARNING When towing at high elevation on opening of the container...
  • Page 65 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (39,1) Driving and Operating 9-39 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt.
  • Page 66 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (40,1) 9-40 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR * Crew Cab Standard Box Conventional Trailer 3.73 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 11 113 kg (24,500 lb)
  • Page 67 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (41,1) Driving and Operating 9-41 Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR * Fifth-Wheel Trailer 3.73 7 620 kg (16,800 lb) 11 113 kg (24,500 lb) Sierra Denali Conventional Trailer 3.73...
  • Page 68 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (42,1) 9-42 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR * K-3500 Pickup Model Extended Cab Single Rear Wheels Conventional Trailer 3.73 5 897 kg (13,000 lb)

  • Page 69: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (43,1) Driving and Operating 9-43 Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR * Van Models G2500 Cargo Van 3.54 4 536 kg (10,000 lb) 7 711 kg (17,000 lb) G3500 Cargo Van Short Wheelbase 3.54...
  • Page 70 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (44,1) 9-44 Driving and Operating preset configuration can be PTO Enabling/Disabling programmed to enable the remote Conditions controls, and/or disable the in-cab Enabling Conditions PTO controls. See your dealer for Stationary PTO more information.
  • Page 71 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (45,1) Driving and Operating 9-45 For in-cab PTO operation: Enabling Conditions Mobile PTO steady. The /SET and +/RES switch positions can then be To engage mobile PTO operation, Press and release the on the PTO...
  • Page 72 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (46,1) 9-46 Driving and Operating PTO: DISENGAGE CRUISE From the remote PTO controls, set speed is stored in memory. CONTROL (Mobile only) press the remote engine Pressing the +/RES switch shutdown switch.
  • Page 73 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (47,1) Driving and Operating 9-47 There are some vehicle or by pressing and releasing the Pressing the switch position on conditions, such as downhill remote arming switch. Then within...
  • Page 74 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (48,1) 9-48 Driving and Operating Variable PTO Mode speed operation at 16 40 km/h The initial stand-by speed can be (10 25 mph) and high PTO engine adjusted by holding the accelerator...
  • Page 75 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (49,1) Driving and Operating 9-49 /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 76 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (50,1) 9-50 Driving and Operating The transmission shift lever must To enable normal PTO operation Remote Engine Shutdown be in P (Park). after remotely starting the vehicle: Control The vehicle hood must be 1.
  • Page 77 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (51,1) Driving and Operating 9-51 Engine shutdown based on Prolonged or Extended PTO The ENGINE POWER IS critical engine conditions: The REDUCED Driver Information Operation engine will be shut down when...
  • Page 78 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (52,1) 9-52 Driving and Operating 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 79 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (53,1) Driving and Operating 9-53 Programmable Parameters Factory Setting Minimum Value Maximum Value Engine Shutdown Warning DISABLED DISABLED ENABLED Set Low Fuel level For Engine Shutdown Engine Run Time While PTO...
  • Page 80 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (54,1) 9-54 Driving and Operating Programmable Parameters Factory Setting Minimum Value Maximum Value Maximum Vehicle Speed 129 km/h (80 mph) 30 km/h (18 mph) 129 km/h (80 mph) Minimum Remote Accelerator 0.25 V...

  • Page 81: Vehicle Care

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Shift General Information Lock Control Function Check ..... 10-25...
  • Page 82 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (2,1) 10-2 Vehicle Care Damage to vehicle components Aftermarket Engine Engine power enhancement resulting from modifications or the products may enable the engine to Performance Enhancement installation or use of non-GM...

  • Page 83: Vehicle Checks

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) Vehicle Care 10-3 Vehicle Checks Engine Compartment Overview United States Pickup Models Shown, Canada Similar...
  • Page 84 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) 10-4 Vehicle Care A. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Battery D. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter E. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fill Tube...
  • Page 85 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (5,1) Vehicle Care 10-5 United States Van Models Shown, Canada Similar...

  • Page 86: Engine Oil

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (6,1) 10-6 Vehicle Care A. Battery Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil B. Coolant Surge Tank and It is a good idea to check the engine To ensure proper engine Pressure Cap oil level at each fuel fill.
  • Page 87 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (7,1) Vehicle Care 10-7 what kind of oil to use. For engine Selecting the Right Engine Oil WARNING oil crankcase capacity, see Look for three things: Capacities and Specifications on The engine oil dipstick handle page 12 2.
  • Page 88 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (8,1) 10-8 Vehicle Care SAE 15W-40 This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is used on most oil SAE 15W-40 is best for the containers to help you select the vehicle. When it is very cold, correct oil.

  • Page 89: Engine Oil Life System

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (9,1) Vehicle Care 10-9 Engine oil system flushes are not Engine Oil Life System be changed at least once a year and, at this time, the system must recommended and could cause...

  • Page 90: Automatic Transmission

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (10,1) 10-10 Vehicle Care 2. Press and hold the SET/RESET 3. Display the OIL LIFE How to Check REMAINING on the DIC. If the button on the DIC for more than Because this operation can be a five seconds.
  • Page 91 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (11,1) Vehicle Care 10-11 In heavy traffic especially in Then, without shutting off the 4. If the fluid level is within the hot weather. COLD CHECK band, the engine, follow these steps: transmission may be operated While pulling a trailer.
  • Page 92 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (12,1) 10-12 Vehicle Care 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it level. If inconsistent readings Notice: Use of the incorrect persist, check the transmission automatic transmission fluid may with a clean rag or paper towel.
  • Page 93 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (13,1) Vehicle Care 10-13 In heavy traffic especially in How to Check Checking the fluid hot will give you hot weather. a more accurate reading of the fluid Because this operation can be a level.
  • Page 94 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (14,1) 10-14 Vehicle Care Then, without shutting off the What Transmission Fluid engine, follow these steps: to Use Cold Operation When temperatures are very cold, the transmission will prevent certain...
  • Page 95 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (15,1) Vehicle Care 10-15 The synthetic transmission fluid Notice: Use of the incorrect can be used for all temperature automatic transmission fluid may ranges. damage the vehicle, and the...

  • Page 96: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (16,1) 10-16 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 Pickup Models 25 000 km (15,000 mi) and replace the filter if necessary.
  • Page 97 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (17,1) Vehicle Care 10-17 3. Remove the two air cleaner See Maintenance Schedule on Van Models page 11 3 to determine when to housing cover screws (D). replace the engine air cleaner/filter.

  • Page 98: Cooling System

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (18,1) 10-18 Vehicle Care How to Inspect 2. Remove the air cleaner/filter WARNING (CONTINUED) from the housing. Care should When the restriction indicator is in be taken to dislodge as little dirt...
  • Page 99 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (19,1) Vehicle Care 10-19 Pickup Models Van Models WARNING Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.

  • Page 100: Engine Coolant

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (20,1) 10-20 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Notice: Using coolant other than WARNING (CONTINUED) DEX-COOL may cause premature The cooling system in the vehicle is engine, heater core, radiator, and and other liquids, can boil before filled with DEX-COOL®...
  • Page 101 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (21,1) Vehicle Care 10-21 If coolant has to be added more Checking Coolant (Pickup Models) WARNING than four times a year, have the dealer check the vehicle cooling Turning the surge tank pressure system.
  • Page 102 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (22,1) 10-22 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant (Van Models) WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING burn you badly. Never turn the You can be burned if you spill surge tank pressure cap even a coolant on hot engine parts.
  • Page 103 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (23,1) Vehicle Care 10-23 3. Slowly fill the coolant surge tank. Fill the coolant surge tank to the WARNING (CONTINUED) Do not let the coolant level go following levels:...

  • Page 104: Engine Overheating

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (24,1) 10-24 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating problem may not be too serious. WARNING (CONTINUED) Sometimes the engine can get a There is an engine coolant little too hot when the vehicle:...

  • Page 105: Starter Switch Check

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (25,1) Vehicle Care 10-25 slower for about 10 minutes. If the Starter Switch Check If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for warning does not come back on, drive normally.

  • Page 106: Ignition Transmission Lock

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (26,1) 10-26 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: ignition to ON/RUN, but do not...

  • Page 107: Electrical System

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (27,1) Vehicle Care 10-27 Electrical System To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out. Engine Compartment Fuse Block...
  • Page 108 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (28,1) 10-28 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Trailer Back-up Headlamp Washer Windshield Wiper Lamps Rear Windshield SEO B2 Upfitter Left Low-Beam Washer Usage (Battery) Headlamp Trailer Park Lamps...
  • Page 109 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (29,1) Vehicle Care 10-29 Fuses Usage J-Case Usage J-Case Usage Fuses Fuses Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition), Automatic Level Climate Control Compass and Control Compressor Blower Temperature Mirror Heavy Duty Anti-lock...
  • Page 110 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (30,1) 10-30 Vehicle Care Relays Usage Parking Lamps LAMP REAR Rear Defogger DEFOG RUN/ Switched Power CRNK...

  • Page 111: Service And Maintenance

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service Maintenance This maintenance section applies to needs. vehicles with a diesel engine. For...
  • Page 112 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (2,1) 11-2 Service and Maintenance Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Refer to the information in the WARNING keep the vehicle in good working Maintenance Schedule Additional condition, improves fuel economy, Required Services Normal chart.

  • Page 113: Maintenance Schedule

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) Service and Maintenance 11-3 Add diesel exhaust fluid. See Maintenance indicate the need for vehicle service Diesel Exhaust Fluid on for more than a year. The engine oil Schedule page 9 12.
  • Page 114 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) 11-4 Service and Maintenance Inspect brake system. Check starter switch. See Visually inspect gas strut for Starter Switch Check in the signs of wear, cracks, or other Visually inspect steering, owner manual.
  • Page 115 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (5,1) Service and Maintenance 11-5...
  • Page 116 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (6,1) 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (3) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System on Services Normal page 10 18. (1) Or every four years, whichever (4) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first.
  • Page 117 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (7,1) Service and Maintenance 11-7...

  • Page 118: Maintenance And Care

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (8,1) 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services Severe (1) Extreme service. For vehicles Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important...
  • Page 119 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (9,1) Service and Maintenance 11-9 Instrument cluster lights may Battery Brakes come on to indicate that fluids The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are...
  • Page 120 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (10,1) 11-10 Service and Maintenance With a multi point inspection, Tires Vehicle Care your dealer can check the lamps Tires need to be properly inflated, To help keep the vehicle looking like and note any concerns.
  • Page 121 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (11,1) Service and Maintenance 11-11 Windshield Wiper Blades For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to clean and clear.

  • Page 122: Recommended Fluids

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (12,1) 11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oils with the letters CJ-4 are required for your vehicle.
  • Page 123 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (13,1) Service and Maintenance 11-13 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 124 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (14,1) 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Pickup Models: Rear Driveline Center Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Spline lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

  • Page 125: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (15,1) Service and Maintenance 11-15 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...

  • Page 126: Maintenance Records

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (16,1) 11-16 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 127 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (17,1) Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 128 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (18,1) 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
  • Page 129 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ....12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . 12-4...

  • Page 130: Technical Data

    Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 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 12.
  • Page 131 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English *Do not overfill the DEF tank. See Diesel Exhaust Fluid on page 9 12. All quantities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
  • Page 132 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
  • Page 133 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (1,1) INDEX Cold Weather Operation ..9-27 Coolant Accessories and Electrical System Engine ..... . 10-20 Modifications .
  • Page 134 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (2,1) INDEX Fuel for Diesel Engines ..9-19 Fuses Filter ......9-10...
  • Page 135 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (3,1) INDEX Routing, Engine Drive Belt ..12-4 Running out of Fuel ... . 9-32 Towing Engine .
  • Page 136 Chevrolet/GMC DURAMAX Diesel - 2013 - CRC - 3/29/12 Black plate (4,1) INDEX Wait to Start Light ....5-8 Warning Light Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ..5-8 Water in Fuel .

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