2006 CHEVROLET DURAMAX oil reset

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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What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be
unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do
not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your
skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand
cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags
containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s
warning about the use and disposal of oil products.
Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the
filter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting it in
the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into
streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking
it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem
properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer,
a service station, or a local recycling center for help.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Pickup Models
The air cleaner/filter
assembly may have an
air cleaner/filter restriction
indicator that lets you
know when the engine air
cleaner/filter is dirty and
needs to be serviced.
The air cleaner/filter restriction indicator is located on
the air cleaner cover.
When to Inspect
Inspect the air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles
(25 000 km) and replace the filter if necessary.
How to Inspect
When the restriction indicator turns black, or is in
the red/orange “change” zone, replace the filter and
reset the restriction indicator.
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Owner Checks and Services on page 6-11tells you
what should be checked, when to check it, and what
you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good
condition.
The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants to
use are listed inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 6-15andNormal Maintenance Replacement
Parts on page 6-18. When your vehicle is serviced,
make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced
and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone
else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of
genuine GM parts.
Scheduled Maintenance
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message (pickup
models) or the change engine oil light (van models)
comes on, it means that service is required for your
vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced 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 engine
oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service 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 GM Goodwrench
®
dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will
perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset
the system.If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you
must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km)
since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life
system whenever the oil is changed. SeeEngine Oil Life
System on page 5-24for information on the Engine Oil
Life System and resetting the system.
When the message or light appears, certain services,
checks, and inspections are required. Required services
are described in the following for “MaintenanceI” and
“MaintenanceII.” Generally, it is recommended that your
first service be MaintenanceI, your second service be
MaintenanceII, and that you alternate MaintenanceI
and MaintenanceIIthereafter. However, in some cases,
MaintenanceIImay be required more often.
MaintenanceI— Use MaintenanceIif the message
or light comes on within 10 months since the vehicle
was purchased or MaintenanceIIwas performed.
MaintenanceII— Use MaintenanceIIif the previous
service performed was MaintenanceI. Always use
MaintenanceIIwhenever the message or light comes
on 10 months or more since the last service or if the
message or light has not come on at all for one year.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-21. Reset oil life
system. SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 5-24.An Emission Control
Service.••
Allison Transmission
®only: Replace external transmission filter at the first
maintenance service performed on the vehicle.
Lubricate chassis components.See footnote #.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (a).••
Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator, if equipped. If necessary,
replace filter. SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-25.See footnote (b).•
Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in your owner manual. See “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once
a Month on page 6-12.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (c).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as
needed.••
Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services”
in this section.••
Inspect suspension and steering components.See footnote (d).•
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