When to replace battery in GMC Duramax Diesel?

When to replace battery in GMC Duramax Diesel?

GP cascading (replace one, then next week another, etc.) failure is commonly experienced around the time you also have a battery failure. And when 1 in the pair fails, it’s usually the pass side. Heat, not frigid, kills batteries.

What causes a Duramax battery to wear out?

Any difference between the batteries’ open-circuit voltage will induce current from the one with the higher voltage to the other one, which will prematurely wear out the higher-voltage (newer) battery. Just happened to me. Passenger side was fried but the other was carrying it.

How much does it cost to replace a Duracell battery?

Thank you all for the very helpful information. Did two Duracell 78’s yesterday.. not bad, maybe 30 minutes. 800 CCA and $233 for both out the door at Sam’s Club. 3 year replacement which is about what we get here in SW AZ… I am thinking it is time to be proactive and replace my original batteries before I get stuck in the boonies.

Can a pita be removed from a Duramax?

The passenger side is a PITA and requires removing a brace and some other part to get to one bolt holding the brace. Hope it helps. Thank you all for the very helpful information.

GP cascading (replace one, then next week another, etc.) failure is commonly experienced around the time you also have a battery failure. And when 1 in the pair fails, it’s usually the pass side. Heat, not frigid, kills batteries.

What are cold cranking amps on Duramax battery?

Determine the temperature tolerance rate of the battery before making the purchase. Cold Cranking Amps are the number of amperes a battery at 0 degrees Fahrenheit can discharge for 30 seconds while sustaining 1.2 volts per cell. Cold weather can drain the charge, thus it is essential to determine the CCA ratings of the battery.

Any difference between the batteries’ open-circuit voltage will induce current from the one with the higher voltage to the other one, which will prematurely wear out the higher-voltage (newer) battery. Just happened to me. Passenger side was fried but the other was carrying it.

How many charging cycles can a Duramax battery handle?

The battery can handle 400 charging cycles at 80% Depth of Discharge and contains 99.99% pure lead. The lead consists of several super thin plates, meaning a greater surface area, and more power.

Determine the temperature tolerance rate of the battery before making the purchase. Cold Cranking Amps are the number of amperes a battery at 0 degrees Fahrenheit can discharge for 30 seconds while sustaining 1.2 volts per cell. Cold weather can drain the charge, thus it is essential to determine the CCA ratings of the battery.

The battery can handle 400 charging cycles at 80% Depth of Discharge and contains 99.99% pure lead. The lead consists of several super thin plates, meaning a greater surface area, and more power.

What to do when your GMC Sierra won’t start?

If the Sierra does not start after replacing or charging the battery, move to the next step. Turn the headlights on and then turn the ignition key to the “On” position. If the headlights dim, the ignition switch sends electricity to the starter motor and solenoid. If the headlights do not dim, the ignition switch is defective. Locate the starter.

Are there any recalls on the GMC Sierra?

MAY 2016 — General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.

How often do you replace batteries in a truck?

I have probably replaced a dozen batteries on autos, but the two batteries in the truck have me a little worried about screwing up the electronics and having bigger issues. I have tried to read as many forum posts as possible and have watched a CarcareKiosk fixit video.

How do you reset the computer on a GMC?

This scan tool can be purchased from most auto parts stores and is required to reset the vehicle’s computer. Open the door on your GMC vehicle and locate the port to the left of the fuse panel. Plug the electrical connector from the OBD scan tool into the OBD port. Turn the ignition key to the “II” position.

How to reset the remote on a GMC Sierra?

PRESS the Trip Odometer Reset button until “RELEARN REMOTE KEY” is displayed. PRESS and HOLD the Trip Odometer Reset Button for 3 seconds until “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE” displays. Vehicle is now in Programming Mode.

Where is the keyless entry key on a 2007 GMC Sierra?

Procedure #1 (Vehicles with Driver Information Center Button – Located to the Right of Steering Wheel and Late 2007 Body Style) INSERT key and TURN the Ignition to ON (just shy of starting vehicle without cranking engine). PRESS vehicle information button until “PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY” is displayed.

What kind of battery does Silverado Sierra 6.6L have?

I have a 2007 new body style Sivderado HD 2500 6.6L diesel with dual batteries a Bosch alternator and only 40k miles. The problem I’m having is it takes over 3 minutes from a cold start for my voltmeter to move from the 12 volts mark.

Thank you all for the very helpful information. Did two Duracell 78’s yesterday.. not bad, maybe 30 minutes. 800 CCA and $233 for both out the door at Sam’s Club. 3 year replacement which is about what we get here in SW AZ… I am thinking it is time to be proactive and replace my original batteries before I get stuck in the boonies.

Are there any problems with the GM Duramax?

In stock form and even when substantially modified, GM’s legendary V8 diesel can provide hundreds of thousands of miles of trouble-free use. Still, and just as we exposed the shortcomings of the almighty Cummins, the Duramax isn’t without its flaws—some of them catastrophic.

What kind of engine does a GM Duramax have?

It’s been said before, but that doesn’t make it any less true: The 6.6L Duramax is one heck of an engine. In stock form and even when substantially modified, GM’s legendary V8 diesel can provide hundreds of thousands of miles of trouble-free use.