Is there a problem with my Duramax truck?
If it’s a 4×4 all of the classic Duramax trucks from 01-07.5 have the issue. And if you have any other trucks all Chevy and GMC trucks 1500, tahoe, etc. from 98-07 have the same issue. Anyways below is a link to the fix, and on the bottom left side of our site is 13 pages of instructions that shows the problem and how to fix it.
When did I Buy my 2006 Duramax Diesel?
It was a lease return when I bought it in June 2007 with high mileage for its age, but did not appear to have been abused. Are there any known serious problems with the 2006 Duramax, or things that I should watch for?
What was the problem with the LBZ Duramax in 2006?
Glow plug failure was a concern on the 2006 model year LBZ and LLY Duramax models, but the problem should have been long corrected for owners of these years. The concern was that the glow plug module would over cycle the glow plugs, creating a scenario in which the tip of the glow plug could actually deform and/or break off in the engine.
Are there any problems with the Commons 6.6L Duramax Diesel?
Common Problems with the 6.6L Duramax Diesel. The 6.6L Duramax has been in production since 2001 and has proved, on a large scale, to be a relatively reliable and durable platform. While various versions of the engine have surfaced over the years, all generations of the Duramax are based on the same foundation.
If it’s a 4×4 all of the classic Duramax trucks from 01-07.5 have the issue. And if you have any other trucks all Chevy and GMC trucks 1500, tahoe, etc. from 98-07 have the same issue. Anyways below is a link to the fix, and on the bottom left side of our site is 13 pages of instructions that shows the problem and how to fix it.
Common Problems with the 6.6L Duramax Diesel. The 6.6L Duramax has been in production since 2001 and has proved, on a large scale, to be a relatively reliable and durable platform. While various versions of the engine have surfaced over the years, all generations of the Duramax are based on the same foundation.
It was a lease return when I bought it in June 2007 with high mileage for its age, but did not appear to have been abused. Are there any known serious problems with the 2006 Duramax, or things that I should watch for?
How big is a 2006 GMC Duramax crew?
I have a 2006 GMC Duramax 3500 crew/long, and I’m happy with it. I only tow a 5K lb lightweight 5th, so it doesn’t get worked too hard.
Are there any problems with the 6.6L LLY Duramax?
Thankfully, the LB7 injector problems were resolved, but some new problems revealed themselves. Some of these 6.6L LLY Duramax engine problems stem from the fact that it has significantly more horsepower and torque compared to the original Dmax.
When does a LLY Duramax water pump fail?
While the seal issues found on LB7 trucks have been largely solved, the LLY Duramax can still suffer from water pump failure. Over time and at higher mileage, the seals in the factory water pumps can fail. This frequently occurs after 80-100,000 miles.