2006 CHEVROLET DURAMAX ignition

4. If the engine does not run after repeating Steps 1
and 2 three times, turn the ignition key off for
60 seconds, allowing the Electronic Control
Module (ECM) to reset.
5. Repeat the above steps until the engine starts.
6. If the engine runs, but does not run smoothly,
increase the engine speed slightly by pressing
the accelerator pedal. This will help to force
out air through the system.
7. If the engine starts and runs but stalls again, turn the
ignition key off for 60 seconds to reset the ECM and
repeat the steps above.
8. When the engine starts, let it idle for a few minutes
and check the filters for any leaks.Running Out of Fuel
Pickup Models
If the engine stalls and you think that you have run out
of fuel, do this to restart your engine:
{CAUTION:
Diesel fuel is ammable. It could start a re if it
gets on hot engine parts. You could be burned.
Do not let too much fuel ow from the air bleed
valve, and wipe up any spilled fuel with a cloth.
1. If you are parked on a level surface, add at least
two gallons of fuel. However, if you are parked on a
slope, you may need to add up to five gallons of fuel.
2. Follow the fuel priming procedure earlier in this
section to prime the fuel filter.
3. Close the air bleed valve.
4. Turn the ignition key to START for 10 to 15 seconds
at a time until your engine starts. If the engine tries to
run, but does not run smoothly, increase the rpm a
little using the accelerator pedal. This will help force
air through the system.
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Van Models
If the engine stalls and you think that you may have run
out of fuel, do this to restart your engine:
1. If you are parked on a level surface, add at least
one gallon of fuel. However, if you are parked on a
slope, you may need to add up to five gallons of fuel.
2. Follow the vehicle fuel system priming procedure
earlier in this section to re-prime the system and
re-start the engine.
Your check engine light may come on if the vehicle has
run out of fuel. This light may stay on for a few drive
cycles after the condition is corrected, but will eventually
clear itself.
Fuel Filter Replacement
Pickup Models
If you want to change the fuel filter yourself, here’s how
to do it:
{CAUTION:
Diesel fuel is ammable. It could start a re if
something ignites it, and you could be burned.
Do not let it get on hot engine parts, and keep
matches or other ignition sources away.
First, drain any water from the filter following the
procedure for draining water listed previously.
Your vehicle’s engine should be off until the end of this
procedure.
The fuel filter is located in the engine compartment on
the passenger’s side of the vehicle, or on the driver’s
side frame rail in front of the fuel tank.
1. Apply the parking brake.
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2. Unplug the water
sensor wire connected
to the fuel filter and
unscrew the filter
element.
3. Remove the filter element. If there is any dirt on the
filter sealing surface, clean it off. Remove and reuse
the water sensor float switch located on the bottom of
the fuel filter.
4. Install the new filter element.
5. Reinstall and tighten the filter container and
reconnect the water sensor wire to the filter.
6. Use the fuel filter priming procedure earlier in this
section to prime the fuel filter.
7. Tighten the air bleed valve by turning it clockwise
until hand tight.
8. Start your engine and let it idle for five minutes.
Check your fuel filter and air bleed valve for leaks.9. Reset the fuel filter monitor. SeeDriver Information
Center (DIC) (Pickup Models Only) on page 3-9for
more information.
Van Models
If your fuel operated heater (FOH) is not working, your
FOH line requires priming. See your dealer for service.
SeeFuel Operated Heater (FOH) (Van Models Only) on
page 2-8for more information.
If you want to change the fuel filter yourself, here’s how
to do it:
{CAUTION:
Diesel fuel is ammable. It could start a re if
something ignites it, and you could be burned.
Do not let it get on hot engine parts, and keep
matches or other ignition sources away.
First, drain any water from the filter following the
procedure for draining water listed previously.
Your vehicle’s engine should be off until the end of this
procedure.
The fuel filters are located on the driver’s side frame rail
in front of the fuel tank.
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Engine Oil Additives
Do not add anything to your oil. The recommended oils
with the API service symbol are all you will need for
good performance and engine protection.
Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know
when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on
engine timing, engine load, and engine temperature, and
not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage
at which an engine oil change will be indicated can vary
considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, you
must reset the system every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been
diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary.
A CHANGE ENGINE OIL message in pickup models
or a change engine oil light in van models will come on.
Change your oil as soon as possible within the next
600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving
under the best conditions, the oil life system may not
indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year.
However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at
least once a year and at this time the system must be
reset. Your dealer has GM-trained service people who
will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset
the system. It is also important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level.If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your
last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system
whenever the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life
System
The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change
your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime
your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate
when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs
where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINE
OIL message (pickup models) or a change engine oil light
(van models) being turned on, reset the system.
To reset the Engine Oil Life System, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition key to RUN with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal
three times within five seconds.
Pickup Models: If the OIL LIFE RESET message
flashes for 10 seconds, the system is resetting.
Van Models: If the change engine oil light flashes
for five seconds, the system is reset.
3. Turn the key to LOCK.
If the message or light comes back on when you start
your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not reset.
Repeat the procedure. If it still does not reset, see your
dealer for service.
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Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level
surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See “Parking Brake”
in your owner manual.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do
not start the engine. Without applying the regular
brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P)
with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out
of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench
®
dealer for service.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position.
•The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the
shift lever is in PARK (P).
•The key should come out only in LOCK.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
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