Where is the coolant level sensor on a 2018 Duramax?
7) The horizontal line is a baffle inside the surge tank that keeps the coolant from sloshing inside the tank and tripping the coolant level sensor, which is located below the baffle.
Where is the low coolant message on a Duramax?
During PDI, coolant should be added to fill the upper chamber of the radiator surge tank. (Fig. 6) A coolant level that is low enough to turn on the Low Coolant message will be below the horizontal line across the radiator surge tank. (Fig.
Are there any issues with the Duramax check engine lights?
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.
Is the coolant level on my Silverado Sierra low?
A Low Coolant message may be displayed on the Driver Information Center of some 2017-2018 Silverado and Sierra models equipped with the 6.6L Duramax diesel engine (RPO L5P). An inspection of the radiator surge tank may appear to show a low coolant condition.
What are the issues with the Duramax glow plugs?
Not only does the threaded metal part of the glow plug seize in the head, but the tips of the glow plugs sometimes bulb making it really difficult to get them out. Also the metal strips that connect the glow plugs together on each side corrode and break causing issues. Lastly we replace a fair amount of glow plug controllers as well.
Is the low coolant light on on my Duramax?
Does anyone have this issue with their 2017-2019 Duramax? When starting cold, the low coolant light comes on almost every time. The reservoir is on the full line and I’ve never added a drop on 26,000 miles.
Where is the coolant sensor on a Duramax Diesel?
7) The horizontal line is a baffle inside the surge tank that keeps the coolant from sloshing inside the tank and tripping the coolant level sensor, which is located below the baffle. A full coolant level will show the coolant at the bottom of the radiator surge tank fill neck.
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 causes a coolant leak in a Duramax engine?
Failure to inspect the EGR cooler for leaks may lead to a misdiagnosis for coolant entering the combustion chamber. Previously, An EGR cooler pressure tester adapter set, EN-48974, was shipped essential to dealers in December 2007 to diagnose EGR cooler engine coolant leaks on all Duramax™ engines equipped with an EGR system.