Despite it's "Vortec" name, the Vortec 4200 is actually part of the Atlas engine family, rather than the LS-based small block family. The Atlas engine family is a group of inline 4, 5, and 6 cylinder engines produced from 2002 until 2012. The 4.2L engine was produced under the engine code LL8. The 4.2 … Continue Reading about The 5 Most Common Chevy 4.2 Vortec Engine Problems
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The 5 Most Common Chevy 4.2 Vortec Engine Problems
Despite it's "Vortec" name, the Vortec 4200 is actually part of the Atlas engine family, rather than the LS-based small block family. The Atlas … Continue Reading about The 5 Most Common Chevy 4.2 Vortec Engine Problems
How to Delete or Disable Active Fuel Management (AFM)
AFM or active fuel management is a GM/Chevy technology meant to improve gas mileage. AFM works by deactivating half of the engines cylinders … Continue Reading about How to Delete or Disable Active Fuel Management (AFM)
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The 3 Most Common Duramax L5P Engine Problems
The Duramax L5P was introduced in 2017 as a replacement for the LML. Featured in the Silverado and Sierra HD work trucks (2500HD/3500HD), the L5P uses the same 6.6L turbo-diesel powerplant that has been in use since … Continue Reading about The 3 Most Common Duramax L5P Engine Problems
Chevy L96 Engine Specs, Performance & Reliability
GM/Chevy L96 Vortec 6.0L V8 Engine GM's L96 engine is a variant of the Vortec 6000 engine line. The L96 is the Gen IV version of the engine, launching in 2010 and replacing the LY6 6.0L engine. The LY6 is also a … Continue Reading about Chevy L96 Engine Specs, Performance & Reliability
Chevy Service Stabilitrak & Traction Control Lights
How to Fix Chevy "Service StabiliTrak" & "Service Traction Control" Early to mid 2000's Chevy trucks and suburbans have a common problem with the stabilitrak and traction control service lights appearing on the … Continue Reading about Chevy Service Stabilitrak & Traction Control Lights