How much DEF fluid does a Duramax use?
How much DEF fluid does a Duramax use?
The LML Duramax is equipped with a SCR system that requires the use of DEF (diesel exhaust fluid). DEF is injected into the exhaust stream where a chemical reaction occurs that reduces NOx emissions. The DEF tank is approximately 5 gallons (18.9 liters).
What kind of oil do I need for a 6.6L Duramax?
Oil selection guide and viscosity chart for all model year 6.6L Duramax diesels in addition to oil change procedures. A full synthetic 15W-40 engine oil is recommended for engines operating above 0 degrees F while a 5W-40 engine oil is required for engines operating in weather conditions below 0 degrees F.
How to change the oil in a Duramax engine?
Do not break the drain plug loose using an open end wrench. Drain plug head sizes will vary. In our case, the original required a 16 mm socket/wrench while the GM replacement had a 13 mm head. • Once the engine oil has drained from the oil pan, clean and/or replace the drain plug.
What causes a fuel filter to leak on a Duramax?
Fuel Filter Housing Oring Leaks – The Duramax fuel system does not have any sort of low pressure fuel pump pushing fuel to the engine from the tank. The injection pump sucks all the fuel from the tank.
Where is the oil filter on a Duramax 4 wheel drive?
• Remove the oil filter (located to the left of the engine above the front driveshaft on 4 wheel drive trucks) by unscrewing it from its mount. If the filter is stubborn, use an oil filter wrench or wrap a piece of sandpaper around the circumference of the filter to prevent your hand from slipping.
Oil selection guide and viscosity chart for all model year 6.6L Duramax diesels in addition to oil change procedures. A full synthetic 15W-40 engine oil is recommended for engines operating above 0 degrees F while a 5W-40 engine oil is required for engines operating in weather conditions below 0 degrees F.
What should the oil pressure be on a 2005 Duramax?
Lmm oil pressure and trans temp are dead on, the fuel gauge reads empty with 7gals left, and the eng temp gauge reads 210 when it’s really 185. Gm got half of them right..now all they need is a boost and egt gauge from the factory. The 2005 Duramax is notorious for bad wiring connection on the 2 large engine plugs on the driver side by the battery.
Do not break the drain plug loose using an open end wrench. Drain plug head sizes will vary. In our case, the original required a 16 mm socket/wrench while the GM replacement had a 13 mm head. • Once the engine oil has drained from the oil pan, clean and/or replace the drain plug.
• Remove the oil filter (located to the left of the engine above the front driveshaft on 4 wheel drive trucks) by unscrewing it from its mount. If the filter is stubborn, use an oil filter wrench or wrap a piece of sandpaper around the circumference of the filter to prevent your hand from slipping.
