The fuel filter is a part that is often less important for most drivers. But, if the filter is dirty it will lower the performance of the engine and will have several negative side effects. In some cases, a dirty fuel filter will trigger a warning on the dashboard. Even if you change the filter the error may remain. In that case, you need to reset the fuel filter error.
So, how to reset the fuel filter life on the 2006 Duramax? Turn the ignition key to the ON position. Hold the key for about 5 seconds. Press the brake and accelerator pedals together, and hold them for 10 seconds. The system will reset, and now turn the ignition key to offsetting. Now you can turn on the engine, and the fuel filter life reset process is complete.
Stay with us, and you will learn how to troubleshoot problems with the resetting of the fuel filter error. Also, we will talk about the symptoms of a bad fuel filter. In the end, we will cover some interesting questions that may come in handy. Enjoy!
Knowledge About Fuel Filters’ Life on 2006 Duramax
Fuel filter life is the mileage you can expect from your fuel filter. Depending on the manufacturer, the environmental conditions, and the driving style, life differs. Different manufacturers recommend changing the filter anywhere between 10k and 25k miles. It is all connected to different issues like the quality of the filter, and driving style.
When the fuel filter is nearing the end of the work life it may trigger an alert display on the dashboard. Sometimes even after changing the filter, this alert will stay on. In that case, you need to reset the fuel filter error. Without resetting it the alert will stay on in either case.
Steps to Reset Fuel Filter Life on 2006 Duramax
This process is fairly simple. With vehicles that have steering wheel control buttons, you need to follow these steps:
- Locate the Select button
- After you locate the select button, press and hold it for 5 seconds
- If pressing it for 5 seconds is not enough, hold it until the message “Change Fuel Filter” shows on the display
- After the “Fuel Filter Life Reset” message is displayed on the driver information center, you can release the button.
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But in the case of vehicles without steering wheel controls, the process is different:
- Turn the ignition key to the ON position, but don’t start the car
- At this point, you should not be pressing the pedals
- Wait and hold the key for around 5 seconds
- Now press both at the same time break and accelerator pedals
- Keep the pedals pressed for about 10 seconds
- Now the system should be restarted
- Turn the ignition key in the opposite direction, to an OFF position
- Now you can start the automobile engine, and no alert will be displayed about replacing the fuel filter.
Common Issues and Troubleshooting
When the fuel filter life error shows on the dashboard, it is usually a problem with water in your fuel filter. You can remove the filter and empty all the water. But, sometimes, that is not enough. After draining out the water, you will need to replace the fuel filter.
The error message will appear when this problem arises. If you want to avoid this problem in the future, check on your fuel filter. Also, inform yourself of periods when you need to replace the filter. On Duramax standard engines, that is between 10k and 25k miles. On other cars, it is sometimes different.
FAQs
How Do You Reset the Change Fuel Filter Light on a 2007 Duramax?
It all depends if your truck is without steering wheel controls or it has them. We explained the process on the 2006 Duramax, and the Duramax from 2007 shares this same process. So, just read how we explained resolving this problem earlier, and you will find your answer.
What are the Symptoms of a Bad Fuel Filter on a Duramax Diesel Engine?
Some of the most common symptoms are:
– A car engine cannot start
– A car stops in the middle of the drive
– The fuel economy is poor
– You need to change the engine oil
– Water is mixed with fuel in the fuel system
– Check engine light is on
– The power supply to the car is poor.
Final Considerations
There are two groups of issues when the fuel filter life error shows up on the dashboard. You either changed the fuel filter, but the system didn’t recognize it. Or the system is advising you to change the filter.
Duramax engines are very dependable on properly functioning fuel and oil filters. There are a lot of issues, especially with poor quality fuel, that cause problems with the engine. That is why you need to keep these filters in check.
If you already changed the filter, follow through on our manual to remove the error. If you need to change the filter, do it as soon as possible. Your Duramax engine will be grateful and will provide maximum performance and efficiency!
