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What does a blinking check engine light mean on a chevy silverado?

What does a blinking check engine light mean on a chevy silverado?

If the check engine light in your 2018 Chevy Silverado starts flashing, that means that the problem needs prompt attention and your Chevy should be brought in rapidly. This blinking light usually indicates a severe engine misfire allowing unburned fuel to be dumped into the exhaust system.

How much can the3.0 Duramax tow?

The Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel even provides plenty of power and strength right off the line, reaching 95 percent of peak torque at a low 1,250 rpm. Possessing a max towing† capability of 9,100 lbs. and a max payload of 1,830 lbs.

Are there any major problems with the L5P duramax?

Mechanically, the L5P Duramax is stout and very few major problems have been reported. One common problem is with the MAP sensor however, as it tends to clog with soot and throw a check engine light, but a simple MAP sensor spacer and a can of electrical cleaner can get you back on the road worry free and prevent the soot from building up again.

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.

What should I do if my check engine light is still coming on?

Put the keys in your ignition and turn your ignition on and off consecutively after a second in each step. Once it is done, see if the engine check light is still coming on or not. If the check light is off, you are ready to go, but if it is still coming on, get ready by reading the codes with a scanner instead. Let it Go Off Itself

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.

What’s the Check Engine light on a Duramax?

Started up fine. Only thing i noticed was that the oil pressure was pegged out at 120 and the battery was around 10 or 11 marker on the gauge. Ran and drove fine. Keep in mind the temp was around 18F this morning when i left for work. You will need a scanner to pull the codes.

Mechanically, the L5P Duramax is stout and very few major problems have been reported. One common problem is with the MAP sensor however, as it tends to clog with soot and throw a check engine light, but a simple MAP sensor spacer and a can of electrical cleaner can get you back on the road worry free and prevent the soot from building up again.

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.

What’s the glowplug code on my Duramax Diesel?

Had them pull the codes and they got 3 codes. P133F came up 3 times and then there was also a P0894. Any details you can share on those codes? P133F is #8 glowplug hot resistance fault. Did you determine if the Elevated Idle is enabled? Are you using remote start?

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Ruth Doyle