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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2013SAVANA 3500 V8-6.6L DSL TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - GLOW PLUG SYSTEMGLOW PLUG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRGLOW PLUG CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT
2013 GMC Savana 3500 V8-6.6L DSL Turbo
Glow Plug Control Module Replacement
2013 GMC Savana 3500 V8-6.6L DSL TurboSECTION Glow Plug Control Module Replacement
Glow Plug Control Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Service and Repair.
2. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement Service and Repair.
3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the glow plug control module.
4. Disconnect the positive battery cable (1) from the glow plug control module.
5. Remove the glow plug control module bolts (1).
6. Remove the glow plug control module (2).
Installation Procedure
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
1. Position the glow plug control module (2).
2. Install the glow plug control module bolts (1) and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
3. Connect the positive battery cable (1) to the glow plug control module.
4. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the glow plug control module.
5. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Service and Repair.
6. If a NEW glow plug control module was installed, program the module. Refer to Control Module References Control Module References.
7. Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement Service and Repair.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.