Identifying Engine Components (Left Side) (Diesel)

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD LT, 2D Cab Chassis, 6.6L Eng VIN 8, RWDSECTION Identifying Engine Components (Left Side) (Diesel)
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Identifying Engine Components (Left Side) (Diesel)

Component Name Callout
Fuel Injector 2 1
Turbocharger Vane Position Sensor 2
Fuel Injector 4 3
Fuel Rail Pressure (FRP) Sensor 4
Fuel Injector 6 5
Fuel Injector 8 6
Glow Plug 8 7
Glow Plug 6 8
Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Sensor 9
Engine Oil Level (EOL) Switch 10
Glow Plug 4 11
G106 12
G102 13
Glow Plug 2 14
Fig 1: Identifying Engine Components (Left Side) (Diesel)
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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.