Chevrolet/GMC 2.8L Duramax Diesel Engine Supplement (GMNA-Localizing-
U.S./Canada-14465442) - 2021 - CRC - 2/3/20
Driving and Operating 33
The green fuel cap is behind a hinged door
on the driver side of the vehicle. The blue
Diesel Exhaust Fluid cap is also behind the
fuel door. Do not remove both caps at the
same time.
Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise to
remove. When refueling, hang the fuel cap
from the hook on the fuel door. Fully insert
and latch the fill nozzle, begin fueling.
{Warning
Overfilling the fuel tank by more than
three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may
cause:
.Vehicle performance issues, including
engine stalling and damage to the fuel
system.
.Fuel spills.
.Under certain conditions, fuel fires.Diesel fuel can foam when filling the tank.
The automatic pump nozzle may shut off,
even if the tank is not full. Wait for the
foaming to stop, and then fill the tank more
slowly. Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait
five seconds after pumping before removing
the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from painted
surfaces as soon as possible. See
Exterior
Care 071.
Reinstall the cap by turning it clockwise
until it clicks. Push the fuel door closed.
{Warning
If a fire starts while you are refueling, do
not remove the fill nozzle. Shut off the
flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or
by notifying the station attendant. Leave
the area immediately.
Caution
If a new fuel cap is needed, be sure to
get the right type of cap from your
dealer. The wrong type of fuel cap may
not fit properly and could damage the
fuel system.
Accidental Refueling with Gasoline
Caution
If the vehicle is accidentally refueled with
gasoline, do not continue driving the
vehicle except to get to a location where
it can be stopped safely. Driving the
vehicle will damage the engine. Tow the
vehicle for service. Have the gasoline
removed from the tank and fuel system.
