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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1876 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 4.3L - INTRODUCTION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL INJECTOR CLEANING
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Fuel Injector Cleaning
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Fuel Injector Cleaning
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Savana and 2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tools
- J 37287Β Fuel Line Shut-Off Adapters. See Special ToolsΒ .
- J 35800-AΒ Fuel Injector Cleaner
- J 42873-1Β 3/8 Fuel Line Shut-Off Valve
- J 42873-2Β 5/16 Return Pipe Shut-Off Valve
- J 42964-1Β 3/8 Fuel Pipe Shut-Off Valve
- J 42964-2Β 5/16 Fuel Pipe Shut-Off Valve
CAUTION:
- GM Upper Engine and Fuel Injector Cleaner is the only injector cleaning agent recommended. DO NOT USE OTHER CLEANING AGENTS AS THEY MAY CONTAIN METHANOL, WHICH CAN DAMAGE FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
- Under NO circumstances should the GM Upper Engine and Fuel Injector Cleaner be added to the vehicle fuel tank, as it may damage the fuel pump and other system components.
- Do not exceed the recommended cleaning solution concentration. Higher concentrations may damage fuel system components. Testing has demonstrated that exceeding the recommended cleaning solution concentration does not improve the effectiveness of this procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.