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    2021+ Transmission Service

    The problem is you can't really perform a flush on these transmissions with the thermostats. It's really not a flush, it's a fluid exchange. The terminology is really poor and fluid exchanges are fine and actually good thing to do. However, as mentioned on these transmissions with the cooling...
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    2021 tahoe 5.3 and p0308 code

    Before you have cylinder heads pulled, I would have the mechanic pull a valve cover and inspect the cylinder #8 spark plug first, then possibly use a more advanced borescope to look inside the cylinder at the valves. Possibly perform a compression test and cylinder leakage test on the #8...
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    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    Pretty much a Go/No Go real time test, BUT if the driver ignores the light, they may get stuck. No need to look inside the oil pan, just get a decent magnetic drain plug and check the oil every fill up and look for signs of metal on the drain plug and black on the towel when wiping the...
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    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    I have heard from fairly reliable sources that GM and other manufacturers are now adding full time PICO type testing into the ECU programming using the existing knock sensors to potentially trigger a SES/CEL/MIL if noise or vibration that could possibly be an indicator of an engine on the way to...
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    2021 Yukon AT4 5.3 using oil

    Did not mention where my the vehicle is located. Between low temps and possible high pressure fuel pump problems, the oil could be fuel contaminated, which would cause quicker oil consumption. Oil should be checked every fill up on these vehicles, that would typically be around every 300-500...
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    Died at 70mph on I-75

    I heard from one dealer that depending on the region replacement engines could be onsite within 1 week. Not sure this is the case everywhere.
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    UOA and Filter photos of L87 time bomb.

    The real question is would the engine pass the Pico test now?
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    UOA and Filter photos of L87 time bomb.

    Apex, check your messages
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    Anyone done their own Transmission Pan drop and filter change on a2021+ Tahoe

    Sorry, just saw your question about the trans pan, I like it very much, great quality, holds a bit over 2 extra quarts of fluid and will give protection in case you run over something, the OEM pan is way too thin and will not hold up to any impact. Would use this pan again in a heartbeat.
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    Anyone done their own Transmission Pan drop and filter change on a2021+ Tahoe

    Even if you do not do your own work, suggest you get an aftermarket pan with a drain plug installed if you have fluid and filter changed, then you can perform an easy drain and fill without the filter every 15k miles. Anything to lengthen the transmission lifespan would be wise.
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    “Service transmission Now, unable to shift soon” message on 2021 Tahoe

    I condemn my batteries when they test at 75-80% of rated capacity. Your battery is less than 50% of rated capacity it is LONG overdue for replacement. Weak batteries cause low voltage dips during cranking which will cause multiple modules in the vehicle to fail the properly communicate and cause...
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    Anyone done their own Transmission Pan drop and filter change on a2021+ Tahoe

    I did this, installed a new aftermarket PPE pan with a drain so I can perform drain and fills without dropping the exhaust. Removed the drivers side O2 sensor and dropped the exhaust down a few inches from the manifold. There is a flex coupler that allows the Y pipe to be dropped. I do not think...
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    VERY likely oil shortages on the horizon: stock up now! (Availability & deal thread)

    Having the resource and having the facilities to process the resource and at a reasonable price all factor into the corporate decisions about what products are produced and if they are profitable. Then factor in transportation cost and market demand
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    Android Auto and center console are SUPER slow

    Not sure what year vehicle you have, but my 2024 Yukon Infotainment system is dog slow! My neighbor has. A 2025 Yukon and his system Is rocket fast compared to mine. I understand the 2024 systems are the end of life of that particular system so it was already 6 to 8 years old by the time it...
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    VERY likely oil shortages on the horizon: stock up now! (Availability & deal thread)

    Finally somebody posted the real reason much of the synthetic oil availability is becoming scarce. The Qatar Shell plant does supply a lot of base oil for synthetic engine oils. Stays tuned it may be 18 months or more before supply chain is filling back up. Advance and AutoZone have sent memoa...
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