Engine Controls - 6.6L - Introduction (2 of 2): Maintenance GMC Sierra 1500

Fuel Filter Life Reset

This message will appear when a reset is performed either by using the steering wheel controls or following manual procedure.

1. Reset the fuel filter monitor.
2. For vehicles with steering wheel controls, press and hold the select button for 5 seconds while the FUEL FILTER LIFE message is displayed. This message will appear on the driver information center (DIC) for ten seconds.
3. For vehicles without steering wheel controls, do the following: Without pressing the pedals, turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. Wait 5 seconds. Completely press the brake and the accelerator pedals simultaneously and hold for 10 seconds. The system is now reset. Turn the ignition key OFF.
4. The next time the engine is started, the message will no longer be displayed. ALWAYS reset the FUEL FILTER LIFE system after a fuel filter change.

Scheme 214

1. Drain the fuel from the fuel filter. Refer to «Water-in-Fuel Draining Procedure»(ref-238192-S16587810492006072400000) .
2. Remove the right front wheelhouse panel. Refer to «Wheelhouse Panel Replacement»(ref-238206-S25170656262006072400000) in Body Front End.
3. Disconnect the fuel filter electrical connectors.
4. Remove the water-in-fuel sensor (3) from the fuel filter (2).