6.6L Duramax LML Maintenance Schedule (Service Intervals)
"Severe duty" service conditions may include any of the following:
• Light towing that exceeds 1,000 miles during any applicable service interval.
• Medium to heavy towing or hauling payloads that place the vehicle near its maximum GVWR.
• Extended periods of idling, generally accepted as 10 minutes of idling or more during a 60 minute window.
• Driving off-road or in dusty conditions.
• Frequent driving in heavy stop-and-go traffic conditions.
• Driving in a manner that prevents the engine from reaching normal operating temperature (frequent stops and/or short trips).
| Description | Service Interval(s) | Notes/Remarks |
| Replace engine oil & oil filter | 10,000 miles or when "change engine oil" message is displayed by the oil life monitoring system | [1] |
| Replace fuel filter, drain water separator | 22,500 miles/2 years or when "change fuel filter" message is displayed | --- |
| Replace engine air filter | 45,000 miles/4 years or when "replace engine air filter" message is displayed | [2] |
| Perform engine cooling system service | 150,000 miles/5 years | [3] |
| Replace automatic transmission fluid & filters | Replace external filter at 45,000 mile intervals and full service at 97,500 miles under normal conditions Perform full service every 45,000 miles under severe duty conditions |
[4] |
| Replace transfer case fluid | 97,500 miles (normal conditions) 22,500 miles (severe duty conditions) |
[5] |
| Replace front differential fluid | 50,000 miles | [5], [6] |
| Replace rear differential fluid | ||
| Perform multi-point inspection | At oil change intervals | [7] |
[1] Do not exceed 10,000 miles between oil changes. More frequent oil changes may be advisable if towing frequently, hauling payloads near GVWR, or idling for extended periods of time. Recommend changing engine oil every 12 months if mileage does not meet service criteria.
[2] Check air filter condition at oil change intervals and replace as necessary. Driving in dusty conditions will require more frequent air filter replacements.
[3] At minimal, drain coolant from engine cooling system and replace thermostats, upper radiator hose, lower radiator hose, and replenish with new coolant/distilled water solution. Inspect remaining hoses and overflow tank, replace as necessary. Recommend that subsequent cooling system services are performed at 50,000 mile intervals after the initial 150,000 mile service.
[4] Replace external and internal transmission filters, replenish with new automatic transmission fluid; recommend adhering to severe duty service intervals.
[5] Replace transfer case and differential fluid immediately anytime these components are submerged in water; water infiltration is highly likely.
[6] No service interval provided by GM; recommend replacing front and rear differential gear oil at 50,000 mile intervals to prolong life.
[7] Multi-point inspection should include examination of ball joints, universal joints, CV joints, air filter, fuel system (leak detection), exhaust system, and vehicle brake condition. Grease applicable Zerk fittings as required.
6.6L Duramax LML Service Parts List
| Part Description | Part Number | |
| Engine air filter | ACDelco A3141C | |
| Engine oil filter | ACDelco PF2232 | |
| Oil pan drain plug | GM 11569943 | |
| Oil fill cap | ACDelco FC239 | |
| Fuel filter | ACDelco TP3018 | |
| Serpentine belt | ACDelco 6K1195, Gates K061195 | |
| Thermostat | Front, 2011 - 2014 models | ACDelco 12T100D |
| Rear, 2011 - 2014 models | ACDelco 12T99D | |
| 2015 -2016 models | ACDelco 131-131 | |
| Thermostat housing gasket | ACDelco 97223686 | |
| Coolant reservoir cap | ACDelco RC115 | |
| Upper radiator hose | 2011 - 2014 models | ACDelco 27035X, Gates 23721 |
| 2015 - 2016 models | GM 22884211, Dayco 72554 | |
| Lower radiator hose | 2011 - 2014 models | ACDelco 27099X, Gates 23962 |
| 2015 - 2016 models | Gates 51464 | |
| Glow plug | ACDelco 9G (replaces ACDelco 61G) | |
| Automatic transmission filter, auxiliary (external) | ACDelco TF950, Allison 29539579 | |
| Automatic transmission filter, internal | GM 29542833 | |
| Transmission pan gasket | GM 29549684 | |
| Front differential gasket | N/A | |
| Rear differential gasket | 14 bolt, GM 10.5 | GM 26067159 |
| 14 bolt, AAM 11.5 | GM 12471447 | |
6.6L Duramax LML Oil & Fluid Specs, Capacities
| Item | Oil/Fluid Specification | Capacity [1] | |
| Engine oil [2] | Ambient temp > 0° F | SAE 15W-40 API CJ-4 or CK-4 Recommend Amsoil Max Duty 15W-40 synthetic diesel oil |
10 quarts w/ filter change |
| Ambient temp < 0° F (acceptable in all temps) |
SAE 5W-40 API CJ-4 or CK-4 Recommend Amsoil Max Duty 5W-40 synthetic diesel oil |
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| Engine coolant | 50/50 solution DEX-COOL engine coolant concentrate and distilled water (GM DEX-COOL 12346290) |
7.125 gallons | |
| Automatic transmission fluid | GM DEXRON VI automatic transmission fluid (ACDelco 10-9243) |
7.4 quarts service refill 12.7 quarts total capacity |
|
| Transfer case fluid | GM DEXRON VI automatic transmission fluid (ACDelco 10-9243) Recommend Amsoil Signature Series FE synthetic ATF |
1.6 quarts | |
| Front differential fluid | SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear oil Recommend Amsoil Severe Gear 75W-90 synthetic gear oil |
1.8 quarts | |
| Rear differential fluid | 14 bolt GM 10.5 | SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear oil Recommend Amsoil Severe Gear 75W-90 synthetic gear oil |
3.2 - 3.5 quarts |
| 14 bolt AAM 11.5 | 4.4 - 5.0 quarts | ||
| Diesel exhaust fluid | DEF meeting ISO 22241-1 specifications or equivalent, GM 19286291/ACDelco 10-4022 | 5.3 gallons | |
[1] Oil and fluid capacities are nominal; always fill to proper fluid indicator level (i.e. dipstick), fill plug height, or applicable level identifier. Vehicle should be parked on a level surface when checking or adjusting fluid level.
[2] 15W-40 engine oil preferred in ambient temperatures above 0° F. 5W-40 is acceptable in all ambient temperatures, but only preferred (and required) when ambient temperatures are below 0° F.