Recent content by 2591tdj

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    I have automatic high beams!

    To activate tehe Intellibeam feature on my 2019 Tahoe I simply push the high beam lever toward the dash then pull it back within 3 seconds while the lights are on. A green headlight icon appears on the dash to indicate that it is engaged. I love this feature.
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    question about diving in 4wd on the highway

    You would have noticed it if you did severe damage. I inadvertently drove my Z-71 45 miles on paved roads at highway speeds in 4Hi, including several stops and 90 degree turns. It made a loud noise when I turned into my driveway. I had destroyed the front diff!
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    Service 4WD light came on last night, causing shifting problems

    There are several threads here about the "Service 4WD" message and solutions. Mine sounded a bit like yours in that it seemed to only appear when it was really wet and/cold outside. It turned out to be a faulty encoder ring (easy repair) that was shorting out when it got wet or damp.
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    Dealer asked for Battery replacement

    I didn’t even think to see if warranty covered my battery; I just bought a new one at Batteries Plus and installed it myself when it died. The dealer likely has 100% markup on installed parts. By you paying 50% he may have no out of pocket cost. He only loses some of his normal profit. If the...
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    Battery Replacement a Professional Job?!

    I got mine from Batteries Plus also. If you order on-line and pick it up in the store you save 10%. It’s a PITA to replace but not difficult. The hardest part is tilting the OEM onto its side and pulling it out without the handle on it. There are YouTube videos showing the entire process. No...
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    Cant remove hoses from EVAP charcoal canister

    I was afraid of that!
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    Cant remove hoses from EVAP charcoal canister

    When you do get them off can you tell me if there is an o-ring inside each of them? I ask because I vacuumed (not advisable) all the carbon pellets out of the hoses and get an evap error message. Everything in the Evaporator system was replaced except the hoses. I’m wondering if I may have...
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    Good Penetrating Fluid For Bolts For Rusty Suspension Parts?

    Project Farm on YouTube has a video where he tests multiple penetrating fluids. For me, when it’s really stuck I go with smelly PB Blaster.
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    How to Operate the 4WD?

    I’ve seen comments on other threads saying that it’s okay to drive on hard surfaces in 4Hi. I made the mistake of forgetting to shift out of 4Hi in my 2005 Z71 Tahoe when I reached pavement and drove 45 miles, mostly at highway speeds but with several complete stops & 90 degree turns. As I...
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    5.3 Guys, opinion on oil change intervals

    Mine used to charge those lower amounts but recently increased their fee.
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    5.3 Guys, opinion on oil change intervals

    I’ve always changed my oil at 3,000 miles but on my newer vehicles running full synthetic I change at 5,000 miles or earlier if the oil life reaches 25%. Local Chevy dealer charges about $85 incl tax for Mobil 1 oil change and tire rotation on my Tahoe. I was 2nd in line on a recent Wed. morning...
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    Service 4WD

    When I had this problem it was a failed encoder ring. Easy and fairly inexpensive repair. There are several threads about the “Service 4WD” problem.
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    spark plug change 5.3

    Mine are due to be replaced. I may try this. I recall what a PITA it was last time to remove #8 plug.
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    How can you afford the cost of a new SUV?

    Reread the initial advice from Walleye Mike and B-train. Both make excellent, very important points. Why would you buy a vehicle that costs more than 1/2 your annual GROSS income? If you compare the price to your net income it would cost well over 1/2 your annual take home. Financially, it...
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