Is the Duramax engine block heater cord disabled?

Is the Duramax engine block heater cord disabled?

Certain 2017 – 2019 model year Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, equipped with the 6.6l Duramax diesel engine (RPO L5P) and optional engine-block heater cord, may have a condition in which the block heater cable function was disabled. Dealers will replace the engine block heater and cord.

What kind of engine block heater do I Need?

For Chevrolet and GMC 2001-2008 V8 -6. 6L, Diesel (Duramax), 2007-2015 V8-6. 6L Diesel (Duramax). See Zerostart catalog for specific applications. These items are shipped from and sold by different sellers. Show details In Stock.

When does the GMC engine block heater turn on?

The factory GM block heaters have a special thermostat built into the plug that turns on when it drops below zero degrees F. If you bypass the thermostat you will get a “Service Engine Soon” warning light as the ECM will be confused why the coolant temp is substantially greater than the OAT.

How many ohms does a Chevy block heater get?

When I test the block heater with my multi meter I get around 14.8 ohms between the 2 flats (neutral and hot) but when i test either flats with the ground my readings are all over the place.

Certain 2017 – 2019 model year Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, equipped with the 6.6l Duramax diesel engine (RPO L5P) and optional engine-block heater cord, may have a condition in which the block heater cable function was disabled. Dealers will replace the engine block heater and cord.

For Chevrolet and GMC 2001-2008 V8 -6. 6L, Diesel (Duramax), 2007-2015 V8-6. 6L Diesel (Duramax). See Zerostart catalog for specific applications. These items are shipped from and sold by different sellers. Show details In Stock.

The factory GM block heaters have a special thermostat built into the plug that turns on when it drops below zero degrees F. If you bypass the thermostat you will get a “Service Engine Soon” warning light as the ECM will be confused why the coolant temp is substantially greater than the OAT.

What does zerostart engine block heater do for You?

Zerostart engine block heaters provide direct heat to the engine coolant or block. Phillips and Temro Industries (PTI) is a global OEM and aftermarket provider of custom engineered thermal systems and solutions. There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.