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 the LB7 since 2001. While the engine uses the same 6.6L design, many major engine components were completely refreshed in order to create comparable power levels … [Read more...] 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 Gen IV Vortec engine, however, GM decided to upgrade the engine and add flex fuel capabilities which is the reason for the transition from the LY6 to the L96. The … [Read more...] 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 dash. For most truck owners, the warning lights occur frequently when the truck is idling and then disappears and reappears while driving. The "Service Stabilitrak" … [Read more...] about Chevy Service Stabilitrak & Traction Control Lights
The 4 Most Common Duramax LML Engine Problems
Following the short lived LLY engine, the Duramax LML was introduced in 2011. Featured in the same 2500 and 3500 HD work trucks, the LML sported the same 6.6L turbo-diesel design that Chevy diesel trucks have been using since 2001. However, the LML was actually the biggest overhaul Duramax had done to the 6.6, claiming to use nearly 60% of freshly designed parts not used in … [Read more...] about The 4 Most Common Duramax LML Engine Problems
Duramax P2563 Engine Code: Vane Position Sensor
Duramax P2563 - Vane Control Position Sensor When your Duramax begins throwing a P2563 code, a scan tool will read 'Turbocharger Vane Control Position Sensor Performance'. The vane position sensor controls the unison ring and turbo vanes located within the Duramax's Garrett turbocharger. P2563 and P003A are common engine codes amongst 2004.5 to 2016 Duramax turbo engines which … [Read more...] about Duramax P2563 Engine Code: Vane Position Sensor