2006 CHEVROLET KODIAK fuel additives

Service............................................................5-3
California Proposition 65 Warning.....................5-3
Doing Your Own Service Work.........................5-4
Engine Fan Breakage.....................................5-5
Fuel................................................................5-6
Gasoline Octane............................................5-6
Gasoline Specifications....................................5-6
Additives.......................................................5-6
Diesel Engine Fuel.........................................5-7
What Fuel to Use...........................................5-8
Very Cold Weather Operation.........................5-10
Water in Fuel...............................................5-10
Running Out of Fuel.....................................5-17
Fuel Filter Replacement.................................5-18
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................5-19
Filling the Tank............................................5-20
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.....................5-21
Checking Things Under the Hood....................5-22
Hood Latches...............................................5-22
Engine Oil (Caterpillar
®Diesel Engine).............5-24
Engine Oil (DURAMAX®Diesel)......................5-24
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)..........................5-28
Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine)........5-31
Engine Oil Life System (DURAMAX
®Diesel).....5-33
Engine Oil Life System
(Caterpillar
®Diesel Engine).........................5-34Engine Air Cleaner/Filter................................5-35
Automatic Transmission Fluid.........................5-36
Manual Transmission Fluid.............................5-37
Engine Coolant
(Gas and DURAMAX
®Engines)...................5-38
Engine Coolant (Caterpillar®Diesel Engines).....5-40
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap..................5-40
Engine Overheating.......................................5-40
Cooling System
(Gas and DURAMAX
®Engines)...................5-42
Engine Fan Noise.........................................5-47
Power Steering Fluid.....................................5-47
Windshield Washer Fluid................................5-48
Brakes........................................................5-49
Battery........................................................5-58
Jump Starting...............................................5-59
Rear Axle.......................................................5-64
Rear Axle Shift Motor....................................5-65
Four-Wheel Drive............................................5-65
Front Axle......................................................5-66
Noise Control System.....................................5-67
Tampering with Noise Control System
Prohibited.................................................5-67
Bulb Replacement..........................................5-68
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement..............5-69
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
5-1

Fuel
If your vehicle has a diesel engine, seeDiesel Engine
Fuel on page 5-7.
For vehicles with gasoline engines, please read this.
Gasoline Octane
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane
rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87,
you may notice an audible knocking noise when you
drive, commonly referred to as spark knock. If this
occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as
soon as possible. If you are using gasoline rated at
87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your
engine needs service.
Gasoline Specications
At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM
specification D 4814 in the United States or
CAN/CGSB-3.5 in Canada. Some gasolines may
contain an octane-enhancing additive called
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
General Motors recommends against the use of
gasolines containing MMT. SeeAdditives on page 5-6
for additional information.
Additives
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States
are now required to contain additives that will help
prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming,
allowing your emission control system to work
properly. In most cases, you should not have to add
anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain
only the minimum amount of additive required to
meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean,
or if your vehicle experiences problems due to
dirty injectors or valves, look for gasoline that is
advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. Also, your
GM dealer has additives that will help correct and
prevent most deposit-related problems.
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and
ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in
your area. General Motors recommends that you use
these gasolines if they comply with the specifications
described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol)
and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must
not be used in vehicles that were not designed for
those fuels.
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Notice:Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that
contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing
methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel
system and also damage the plastic and rubber
parts. That damage would not be covered under
your warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive
called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline
whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors
recommends against the use of such gasolines. Fuels
containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs
and the performance of the emission control system may
be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn
on. If this occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for
service.Diesel Engine Fuel
For the Caterpillar®diesel, see the Caterpillar®
Operation & Maintenance Manual for information
concerning fuel usage.
Notice:Diesel fuel or fuel additives not
recommended in this manual could damage your
fuel system and engine. Your warranty would
not cover this damage. And:
Diesel fuel that has been mixed with engine oil
or automatic transmission uid could damage
your engine and emission controls.
Aftermarket diesel fuel additives are not tested
by General Motors. Some additives, particularly
those which contain alcohol or water
emulsiers, may damage your fuel system. If
you believe that unique circumstances call for a
fuel additive to be used, consult your dealer
for advice.
If you ever run out of diesel fuel, it can be
difficult to restart your engine. To avoid
this, never let your tank get empty.
If gasoline is ever accidentally added to the fuel
tank, to avoid severe engine damage, do not run the
engine until the fuel tank can be drained.
If you run out of fuel,Running Out of Fuel on page 5-17
tells you how to restart your engine.
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A
Accessory Power Outlet(s)...............................3-19
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment.........4-36
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-61
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-92
Air Brake.......................................................2-42
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-35
Air Conditioning..............................................3-20
Air Conditioning System...................................5-74
Air Pressure Gage..........................................3-47
Air Shift Control..............................................2-29
Air Suspension...............................................2-44
Air Suspension Seats........................................ 1-6
Airbag
Off Light.....................................................3-30
Readiness Light..........................................3-29
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)........ 7-6
Airbag System................................................1-50
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-61
Airbag Off Switch........................................1-58
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-56
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-61
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?......................1-56
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?....1-56Airbag System (cont.)
When Should an Airbag Inflate?....................1-55
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-54
AM-FM Radio.................................................3-50
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-67
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................... 4-8
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-35
Anti-Lock Brakes, Trailer System
Warning Light.............................................3-36
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-89
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-86
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-90
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-87
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-83
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-85
Finish Care.................................................5-87
Finish Damage............................................5-89
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-86
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-89
Tires..........................................................5-89
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-90
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-90
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-87
Weatherstrips..............................................5-86
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-88
Ashtray(s)......................................................3-20
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Fuel............................................................... 5-6
Additives...................................................... 5-6
Diesel Engine Fuel........................................ 5-7
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-21
Filling Your Tank..........................................5-20
Filter..........................................................5-70
Filter Replacement.......................................5-18
Fuels in Foreign Countries............................5-19
Gage .........................................................3-45
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-6
Gasoline Specifications.................................. 5-6
Primary Filter and Water Separator................5-71
Running Out of Fuel....................................5-17
Secondary Filter and Water Separator/Heater....5-71
Very Cold Weather Operation........................5-10
Water in Fuel..............................................5-10
Water in Warning Light.................................3-46
What Fuel to Use.......................................... 5-8
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-93
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-94
Underhood Fuse Block.................................5-96
Windshield Wiper.........................................5-93G
Gage
Air Pressure...............................................3-47
Check Gages Warning Light..........................3-44
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-36
Filter Minder...............................................3-46
Fuel..........................................................3-45
Hourmeter..................................................3-47
Oil Pressure...............................................3-38
Speedometer..............................................3-27
Tachometer.................................................3-27
Transmission Temperature.............................3-41
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-32
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-6
Specifications............................................... 5-6
Gasoline Engine, Starting.................................2-13
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-5
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