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General Motors 3.0 L Generator Set

The General Motors 3.0 L is a generator set powered by a 3.0L L4 engine. It holds about 4 L (1.1 gal) of oil and 4 L (1.1 gal) of coolant.

1.81 L
Displacement
4.0 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

Service parts for the 3.0 L

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Oil capacity4.0 L
Coolant capacity4 L

Engine

3.0L L4
Oil capacity5.0 L
Coolant capacity7.3 L
Displacement1.81 L

Maintenance & consumables

for the 3.0L L4
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Filter36100022-12 Amazon eBay
Oil filterOil Filter - P-25 or Equivalent94632619 Amazon eBay $4.50 NAPA $9.09

Common questions

What engine does the General Motors 3.0 L use?

The General Motors 3.0 L is powered by the 3.0L L4 engine.

What's the oil capacity on a General Motors 3.0 L?

The None 3.0L L4 engine in the General Motors 3.0 L has an oil capacity of 5.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the General Motors 3.0 L?

The General Motors 3.0 L cooling system holds 4 liters (1.1 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which oil filter part number does the General Motors 3.0 L take?

The General Motors 3.0 L uses oil filter part number 94632619.

What air filter does the General Motors 3.0 L use?

The General Motors 3.0 L uses air filter part number 36100022-12.

Troubleshooting

6

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
#14PRE-HI ENGINE TEMP LED. Engine continues to operate — Indicates engine has begun to overheat and engine temperature has risen to approximately 215°F (105°C). If generator is powering non critical and critical loads and cannot be shut down. Use the following:Reduce load if possible by turning off non-critical loads; Check air inlets and outlets and remove any obstructions to airflow; Open doors or windows in generator area to increase ventilation; If engine can be stopped, follow procedure in Step 2
2HI ENGINE TEMP LED. Engine shuts down — Indicates engine has overheated (engine temperature has risen above 225°F/110°C) or coolant level is low (sets with coolant level sensor).Allow engine to cool down completely before proceeding with the following checks: Check coolant level and replenish if low. Look for possible coolant leakage points and repair if necessary; Check for obstructions to cooling airflow and correct as necessary; Check for a slipping fan belt and tighten if loose; Reset control and restart after locating and correcting problem. Contact your Dealer or Distributor if none of the above
*3PRE LOW OIL PRESSURE LED. Engine continues to operate — Indicates engine oil pressure has dropped to 20 psi (138kPa). If generator is powering critical loads and cannot be shut down, wait until next shutdown period and then follow Step 4 procedure. If engine can be stopped, follow procedures in Step 4.
4LOW OIL PRESSURE LED. Engine shuts down — Indicates engine oil pressure has dropped to 15 psi (97kPa). NOTE: See also Step 5Check oil level, lines and filters. If oil system is okay, but oil level is low, replenish. Reset control and restart. Contact your Dealer or Distributor if oil pressure is not in the range of 35 to 55 psi (21 to 379 kPa)
5OVERCRANK LED. Engine stops cranking. Or Engine runs, shuts down, and LOW OIL PRESSURE LED — Indicates possible fuel system problem.Check for empty fuel tank, fuel leaks, or plugged fuel lines and correct as required; Check for dirty fuel filter and replace if necessary (See Maintenance section of Engine Manual); Check for dirty or plugged air filter and replace if necessary (See Maintenance section of Engine Manual); Refer to Step 4; Reset the control and restart after correcting the problem. Contact your Dealer or Distributor for service if none of the above
6Engine runs and then shuts down, OVERSPEED LED — Indicates engine has exceeded normal operating speed.Refer to governor adjust procedure. Contact your Dealer or Distributor for service

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full General Motors 3.0 L troubleshooting guide (51 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
1052365LubricantLubricant Amazon eBay
36100022-12Air Filter1Air filter Amazon eBay
5030TEngine modelEngine Amazon eBay
94632619Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $4.50 NAPA $9.09
GM90538Camshaft Position Sensor1Sensor Amazon eBay $154.89
O17024BREnd BrushAir filter Amazon eBay
P822768Air Filter - Primary (PSI Power Unit)1Air filter Amazon eBay $32.72 NAPA $58.60 KuduParts $88.00 FridayParts $89.99
P822769Air Filter - Safety (PSI Power Unit)1Air filter Amazon eBay KuduParts $88.00
VE005-3LEngine BlockEngine Amazon eBay
VE006-3LEngine BlockEngine Amazon eBay
VE008-3LCoolant Thermostat Housing BoltThermostat Amazon eBay
VE009-3LCoolant Thermostat Housing BoltThermostat Amazon eBay
VE018-3LWater Pump BoltPump Amazon eBay
VE033-3LCrankshaft Sprocket Puller J 6978-ETool Amazon eBay
VE034-3LDial Indicator J 8001Tool Amazon eBay
VE035-3LCrankshaft Sprocket Puller J 6978-ETool Amazon eBay
VE036-3LConnecting Rod Guide Tool J 5239Tool Amazon eBay
VE037-3LRidge Reamer J 24270Tool Amazon eBay
VE038-3LConnecting Rod Guide Tool J 5239Tool Amazon eBay
VE040-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE042-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE043-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE044-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing BoltSeal Amazon eBay
VE045-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE046-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing BoltSeal Amazon eBay
VE047-3LMagnetic Base Indicator Set J 7872Tool Amazon eBay
VE048-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE049-3LMicrometerTool Amazon eBay
VE050-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE051-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing BoltSeal Amazon eBay
VE052-3LCrankshaft Rear Oil Seal Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE053-3LMicrometerTool Amazon eBay
VE054-3LCamshaft Bearing Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE055-3LCamshaft Bearing Puller J 6098-01Tool Amazon eBay
VE056-3LDistributor Lower Bushing Remover J 9534Tool Amazon eBay
VE057-3LSlide Hammer J 6585Tool Amazon eBay
VE058-3LOil Filter Bypass ValveOil filter Amazon eBay
VE125-3LOil NozzleInjector Amazon eBay
VE126-3LOil NozzleInjector Amazon eBay
VE127-3LOil NozzleInjector Amazon eBay
VE128-3LSpark PlugEngine Amazon eBay
VE133-3LEngine BlockEngine Amazon eBay
33000036PSI Timing Connector1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
D05223STEngine Repair Stand (Heavy Duty)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
LC50Main adjustment screw (MAS) settings are measured from the MAS valve body (not the jam nut) to the exterior end of the MAS screw.Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $19.99
VE010-3LFuel Rail Bracket BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE011-3LFuel Rail Bracket BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE012-3LEngine BlockService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE013-3LEngine BlockService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE014-3LIntake/Exhaust Manifold BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE015-3LIntake/Exhaust Manifold BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE016-3LEngine BlockService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE017-3LCrankshaft Pulley Removal ToolService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE019-3LValve Rocker Arm Cover BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE020-3LPushrod Cover BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE021-3LValve Rocker Arm Cover BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE022-3LValve Rocker Arm Cover BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE023-3LValve Rocker Arm Cover BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE024-3LValve Lifter Removal Tool (Plier Type)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
VE025-3LValve Lifter Removal Tool (Plier Type)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
VE026-3LValve Lifter Removal Tool (Slide Hammer Type)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
VE027-3LValve Lifter Removal Tool (Slide Hammer Type)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
VE028-3LValve Lifter Removal Tool (Plier Type)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
VE029-3LValve Lifter Removal Tool (Slide Hammer Type)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
VE030-3LEngine Front CoverService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE031-3LEngine Front CoverService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE032-3LOil Pan BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE129-3LWater Outlet Housing BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay
VE130-3LEngine Flywheel BoltService part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Engine spec — gm-3.0l-nglpg-specsheet (General Motors)Service manual — Cert. Stationary Operations and Mantainance Manual 36100014F (General Motors)

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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Oil filter 94632619$4.50
1 priced item$4.50