What kind of problems does a Duramax engine have?

What kind of problems does a Duramax engine have?

The 5 Most Common LB7 Duramax Engine Problems 1 Fuel Injector Failure 2 Water Pump Failure 3 Fuel Filter Housing O-ring Leaks 4 Blown Head Gasket 5 Overheating (fan clutch problems, radiator gunk)

How much power does a Duramax Diesel have?

Power was at an all-time high coming in at 397hp and 765 pounds of torque, and in order to provide this much power while still keeping pollutants low, GM needed to be able to increase the pressure in the fuel system to levels above what the tried-and-true CP3 could safely deliver.

Where does the water go in a diesel engine?

“Water does not normally exist in a standard diesel fuel in high concentrations due to the significant differences in the chemical properties of diesel and water,” says Harvey. “The two liquids will typically separate, with water dropping out of the diesel fuel and accumulating at the bottom of a fuel tank.”

What causes a water pump to fail on a Duramax?

Water pump failure is common across just about every Duramax out there. Unlike the LBZ water pump failure which is caused by the impeller being made of plastic, the LB7’s issues are caused by the coolant side seal on the water pump.

Power was at an all-time high coming in at 397hp and 765 pounds of torque, and in order to provide this much power while still keeping pollutants low, GM needed to be able to increase the pressure in the fuel system to levels above what the tried-and-true CP3 could safely deliver.

The 5 Most Common LB7 Duramax Engine Problems 1 Fuel Injector Failure 2 Water Pump Failure 3 Fuel Filter Housing O-ring Leaks 4 Blown Head Gasket 5 Overheating (fan clutch problems, radiator gunk)

When did the first Duramax V8 engine come out?

Duramax Engine LB7 2001 to 2004 The first Duramax V8 was introduced in 2001 and was given the code name LB7. 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.

Water pump failure is common across just about every Duramax out there. Unlike the LBZ water pump failure which is caused by the impeller being made of plastic, the LB7’s issues are caused by the coolant side seal on the water pump.

What causes fuel starvation in a Duramax Diesel?

Fuel Starvation and/or Air in the Fuel Lines. The Duramax diesel is susceptible to fuel starvation and getting air in the fuel lines. This can be contributed to the fuel filter housing design and the fact that the Duramax does not use a lift pump. Rather, the high pressure fuel pump (injection pump) is responsible for vacuuming fuel from the tank.

What causes a Duramax injection pump to fail?

As a result (allegedly), the lack of lubrication in the fuel can cause a premature failure of the injection pump, to a point where it won’t allow the LML Duramax to run. You can be driving down the road and everything seems normal, and when the pump fails, the truck just shuts off.

Are there any problems with the Duramax fuel filter?

The 2001 to 2004 LB7 fuel filter housings seem to be the most prone to problems. Water Pump Failure. Water pump failures for Duramax engine are somewhat common. It is not unlikely that a water pump will need to be replaced in the 80,000 – 100,000 mile range.

Are there any problems with the Duramax water pump?

This seems to be inherent of the factory water pump design. Overheating issues with the Duramax diesel seems to be a hit-or-miss problem; some owners experience it, while others never will. Regardless, it’s more common with the Duramax than other engines.

Fuel Starvation and/or Air in the Fuel Lines. The Duramax diesel is susceptible to fuel starvation and getting air in the fuel lines. This can be contributed to the fuel filter housing design and the fact that the Duramax does not use a lift pump. Rather, the high pressure fuel pump (injection pump) is responsible for vacuuming fuel from the tank.

The 2001 to 2004 LB7 fuel filter housings seem to be the most prone to problems. Water Pump Failure. Water pump failures for Duramax engine are somewhat common. It is not unlikely that a water pump will need to be replaced in the 80,000 – 100,000 mile range.

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