Are there any problems with the Duramax V8 engine?

Are there any problems with the Duramax V8 engine?

Early on, customers came forward complaining of severe overheating, and in some situations, blown head gaskets. Initially GM denied it was a problem, but after being sued by a consumer group, GM relented and included overheating and blown head gaskets as a warranted item. The following trucks use the LB7:

Where does the Duramax diesel engine come from?

The Duramax V8 engine is a General Motors Diesel V8 engine family for trucks. The 6.6-liter Duramax is produced by DMAX, a joint venture between GM and Isuzu in Moraine, Ohio. The Duramax block and heads are poured at The Defiance GM Powertrain foundry in Defiance County, Ohio.

How many horsepower does a Duramax LGH engine have?

The LGH engine is rated at 335 bhp (250 kW) at 3100 rpm and 685 lb⋅ft (929 N⋅m) at 1600 rpm. Similar to the LML this engine also uses a DPF and DEF system to meet emission standards. The 6.6L RPO LML (VIN code “8”) is the 2011–2016 version of the Isuzu/GM Duramax V8 diesel engine.

When did the Duramax LBZ diesel engine come out?

But in mid-2004, Chevy introduced the LLY engine and although it was also popular at the time, it had several performance issues including overheating. To fix that and other problems, Chevy replaced the LLY with the Duramax LBZ which debuted in 2006 and continued to be manufactured through 2007. The 6.6-liter Duramax LBZ was a short-lived engine.

What is the engine code for a GMC Duramax?

Needs to error for more than 0.5 seconds. Type B MIL. Shibby6600. That definition you gave may be correct, but does not do much for the understanding of somebody that has no inside knowledge of GMC codes and DURAMAX issue resolution. But thanks any way. It’s going to the dealer as it threw the “service engine” light again 2 days later.

How are engine codes p2493 and p24c4 related?

P2493 & P24C4 DTC Definitions not found Are these all related? I don’t even understand what the heck that means, other than maybe the Regulator is faulty. Second time in two weeks the Service Engine light came on. OBD2 states $7E*, $7EA & $7EE SO I cleared them all and deleted the codes. I guess next time it’s off to the dealer??

What is the RPO code for a Duramax Diesel?

You can either look it up by application or check the 8 th digit of your truck’s VIN to confirm. Duramax Diesel engine RPO codes include: Applications: 2001-Early 2004 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra, 2001-2005 Chevy Kodiak and GMC TopKick Details: First version of the Duramax diesel.

Are there any problems with the LLY Duramax?

In terms of LLY injector problems, GM had sorted out the internal failures with the 2004 ½ redesign, but the LLY Duramax would occasionally exhibit a trouble code for the injectors, but in most cases it turned out to be an issue with the injector harness rubbing through and causing a short or open in the wiring.

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