What causes a Duramax Diesel to lose power?

What causes a Duramax Diesel to lose power?

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What is the code on the Duramax fuel injector?

Low and behold, the P1249 had returned as it had numerous times before. But the only code displayed was a P0205, which indicated a circuit fault on #5 fuel injector. Working quickly before the cylinder heads warmed up, we removed the FICM connectors and repeated the pin test.

How much does a Duramax injector circuit cost?

The wiring on the injectors is very simple: One wire powers the injector while the FICM fires the injector by grounding the other. The recommended resale from my supplier on these remanufactured injectors is about $1,600 for the set of four.

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.

Why did my Chevy Duramax lose power under load?

Follow diagnostic chart, test system pressure, relief valve failed” so they replaced the FPRV. More limps and a year later there was a P0101 code indicating the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor failed so I had it replaced. The air filter was changed then too.

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.

What causes a Duramax injection pump to fail?

As a result (allegedly), the lack of lubrication in the fuel can cause a premature failure of the injection pump, to a point where it won’t allow the LML Duramax to run. You can be driving down the road and everything seems normal, and when the pump fails, the truck just shuts off.

What makes a Duramax LB7 diesel so special?

The introduction of common rail injection powered by the Bosch CP3 injection pump made the LB7 Duramax stand apart from other diesels of the day with excellent power and efficiency.

As a result (allegedly), the lack of lubrication in the fuel can cause a premature failure of the injection pump, to a point where it won’t allow the LML Duramax to run. You can be driving down the road and everything seems normal, and when the pump fails, the truck just shuts off.

Why is LB7 injector failure a common problem?

We know today LB7 injector failure is a common problem, and because the operating tolerances inside the fuel system are so tight, proper lubrication from the diesel fuel is critical.

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We know today LB7 injector failure is a common problem, and because the operating tolerances inside the fuel system are so tight, proper lubrication from the diesel fuel is critical.

What kind of engine does a Duramax diesal have?

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When did GMC Duramax lose power under load?

In 2012 there was a P1093 code and the dealer invoice states “…low rail pressure during enrichment. Command high fuel rail pressure, pressure drops. Follow diagnostic chart, test system pressure, relief valve failed” so they replaced the FPRV.

What causes a Chevy 2500HD to lose power under load?

Probably P0087. Check the fuel hoses at the side of the trans– they can get kinked, weak and collapse. I’ve just experienced a very similar situation with my 2005 2500HD. After driving about 2 hours, over varying terrain, I had to stop at a light (not the first on the trip).

What’s the RPM on a 2005 GMC Duramax?

Check out the thread “2005 6.6 max rpm 2000”, there are some suggestions there. Also search for the “ice pick trick” as it is one of the suggestions that often comes up for this problem.

How many versions of the Duramax diesel engine are there?

All told, there are six different iterations of the Duramax diesel engine: LB7, LLY, LBZ, LMM, LML, and L5P spanning from 2001 to the present day. Each version of the engine has its own issues and quirks, and some are less problematic than others.

Can a GMC Duramax run with no trailer?

Dropped the boat, let it sit a while then it ran great with no trailer. Took it back and they replaced “some fittings”. So 2 months later, I don’t fish near enough, I drove it 8 hrs to the coast and hooked up to a boat. It ran about 5 miles. Same thing , light comes on loss of power but can feather it up to 40-50 but cant push it.

Probably P0087. Check the fuel hoses at the side of the trans– they can get kinked, weak and collapse. I’ve just experienced a very similar situation with my 2005 2500HD. After driving about 2 hours, over varying terrain, I had to stop at a light (not the first on the trip).

Are there any issues with the Duramax pickup?

This can produce long cranks and hard starts. Glow Plug System Issues – Nearly half of the check engine lights that come in for the Duramax pickups are for glow plugs. The glow plugs burn out over time and can be a real nuisance to remove from the aluminum heads sometimes.

What was the problem with my GMC Duramax?

The first 2 hours of the drive passed without incident, but at the 3rd or 4th stoplight, immediately after I told my wife the problem seemed to have been resolved, the light turned green and the truck couldn’t get up to speed. Happily this happened almost at the gate to a storage facility so I backed the trailer up the road and stored it.

Is the GMC Duramax compatible with diesel fuel?

The Detroit News reports that GM is now facing a class-action suit alleging its 6.6-liter Duramax engine found in 2011-2016 Chevrolet and GMC models is not compatible with US diesel fuel.

Dropped the boat, let it sit a while then it ran great with no trailer. Took it back and they replaced “some fittings”. So 2 months later, I don’t fish near enough, I drove it 8 hrs to the coast and hooked up to a boat. It ran about 5 miles. Same thing , light comes on loss of power but can feather it up to 40-50 but cant push it.