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LTb1ow
11-27-2017, 09:03 AM
Before I buy a sensor, figured I would get some hopeful agreement from the caucus on here.

Car is throwing a MIL and is in DEF poor quality countdown to useless car mode.

P20EE is the code, and combined with poor DEF, I am leaning towards buying a N0X #2 sensor for ~190 bucks

Ref http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=7188512&cc=3300427&jsn=10466&jsn=10466

thoughts?

SRGN
11-28-2017, 11:49 PM
Do a manual regen on it first. Also review the freeze frame data.

FlyingDutchman
11-29-2017, 06:37 AM
Isn't that sensor covered under warranty? I replaced it myself before it was a known problem (I had persistent P11D7). There was a revised part, maybe check the module and compare with the rockauto p/n to see if it was replaced before you go and buy it ?

If you want to do a manual regen or force a normal cycle, check the Google play store for Biscan, it's a torque pro pluggin that allows those functions without a trip to the dealer (they charge quite a bit for that I heard). It also includes several other diesel PIDs.

PolarBear
11-29-2017, 07:42 AM
Can't you lemon law that car by now? Haven't you had it in the shop more than twice for the same thing in 30 days?

Blackbirdws6
11-29-2017, 08:04 AM
Can't you lemon law that car by now? Haven't you had it in the shop more than twice for the same thing in 30 days?

Works differently for used cars and not everything is covered. Sounds like this can be fixed and just takes more effort by the dealer to actually do the right thing.

PolarBear
11-29-2017, 08:24 AM
Works differently for used cars and not everything is covered. Sounds like this can be fixed and just takes more effort by the dealer to actually do the right thing.

I dont know how the LL works, but I would think since it is still under GM warranty that he would be able to LL law it since they won't do the necessary steps to fix it.

Blackbirdws6
11-29-2017, 08:52 AM
I dont know how the LL works, but I would think since it is still under GM warranty that he would be able to LL law it since they won't do the necessary steps to fix it.

The LL requirements are easier for a new car purchase, not a used. There are many things that should be covered by a law but aren't so while I agree in premise, only what's written in the law matters.

PolarBear
11-29-2017, 09:23 AM
According to this (http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/News/Brochures/Lemon-Law-Road-to-Relief-Brochure.pdf) it sure looks like this car is covered. But you have to go to the manufacturer, not the dealer

Blackbirdws6
11-29-2017, 09:49 AM
According to this (http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/News/Brochures/Lemon-Law-Road-to-Relief-Brochure.pdf) it sure looks like this car is covered. But you have to go to the manufacturer, not the dealer

Only items covered - Engine, trans, FWD or RWD. Doesn't say anything about emission equipment.

PolarBear
11-29-2017, 10:15 AM
OH, I missed the covered items part

LTb1ow
11-29-2017, 12:08 PM
Do a manual regen on it first. Also review the freeze frame data.

Is this doable without tech2 or similar? I currently pay the dealer to basically get it out of speed limit mode and then take it home. Highway robbery :-x

Isn't that sensor covered under warranty? I replaced it myself before it was a known problem (I had persistent P11D7). There was a revised part, maybe check the module and compare with the rockauto p/n to see if it was replaced before you go and buy it ?

If you want to do a manual regen or force a normal cycle, check the Google play store for Biscan, it's a torque pro pluggin that allows those functions without a trip to the dealer (they charge quite a bit for that I heard). It also includes several other diesel PIDs.

n0x1 is the sensor covered under recall, comes with new software for more aggressive regens I think?

I will look into the scan tool, would love to avoid the dealer for stupid BS like this

SRGN
11-29-2017, 02:00 PM
I can do it with the Autel, haven't tried the snap on yet.

LTb1ow
12-19-2017, 07:36 PM
Dealer note indicated it was not getting anything from NOx #2, so replaced that sensor.

Topped off DEF tank and still in ****ing countdown mode.

Would a manual regen do anything for poor quality DEF countdown? Wish biscan would let you reset countdown mode. :|

LTb1ow
12-19-2017, 07:55 PM
Update: Car is still throwing P20ee and the manual regen did not do anything.

FlyingDutchman
12-19-2017, 08:31 PM
Was NOx1 replaced and newest tune flashed?

LTb1ow
12-19-2017, 08:52 PM
Was NOx1 replaced and newest tune flashed?

AFAIK, no

FlyingDutchman
12-20-2017, 12:01 PM
AFAIK, no

Probably should do that to rule it out - it's a recall and cost 0$. Chevrolet's website let's you enter your VIN and see what warranties are valid and what work was done (granted the dealership provided enough info).

LTb1ow
12-20-2017, 12:24 PM
Honestly already started looking at a fleece tune and saying F it to this crap.

wretched73
12-20-2017, 12:37 PM
Honestly already started looking at a fleece tune and saying F it to this crap.

Me Gusta.

The_Bishop
12-20-2017, 01:29 PM
Before I spent any money deleting stuff I'd try the free recall work. If NOX1 is bad and giving false readings, when the PCM compares NOX2 with NOX1 to see if the SCR/DEF is working, it gets an invalid result and thinks the NOX reduction system isn't working.

The new calibration is supposed to help with the false error condition, too.

Also, if they do the recall work, the DEF is known good and the DEF injector is working, it points at a bad SCR catalyst, which is an emission system component and covered anyway.

See: https://www.engine-codes.com/p20ee.html

LTb1ow
12-20-2017, 02:48 PM
Before I spent any money deleting stuff I'd try the free recall work. If NOX1 is bad and giving false readings, when the PCM compares NOX2 with NOX1 to see if the SCR/DEF is working, it gets an invalid result and thinks the NOX reduction system isn't working.

The new calibration is supposed to help with the false error condition, too.

Also, if they do the recall work, the DEF is known good and the DEF injector is working, it points at a bad SCR catalyst, which is an emission system component and covered anyway.

See: https://www.engine-codes.com/p20ee.html

Frankly cause I am tired of paying a dealer for crap I cannot do at home. That really irks me.

I am going to call the shop my family uses for their vehicles and see his confidence level with this car. That will happen before the tune trigger is pulled.

FlyingDutchman
12-20-2017, 02:54 PM
Before I spent any money deleting stuff I'd try the free recall work. If NOX1 is bad and giving false readings, when the PCM compares NOX2 with NOX1 to see if the SCR/DEF is working, it gets an invalid result and thinks the NOX reduction system isn't working.

The new calibration is supposed to help with the false error condition, too.

Also, if they do the recall work, the DEF is known good and the DEF injector is working, it points at a bad SCR catalyst, which is an emission system component and covered anyway.

See: https://www.engine-codes.com/p20ee.html

P20ee has also been related to DEF tank, which is covered to 120k miles I think.

What's passenger car diesel inspection for NJ?

SRGN
12-20-2017, 10:49 PM
If you're anywhere near me I'd love to take a crack at it. I do more diesel work than I'd like to admit. Just fixed a few countdowns on bluetec Mercedes sprinter vans in the last few weeks, I enjoy a challenge. I've got a 6.4 powerchoke at the shop that I'm doing injectors on tomorrow.

Anti_Rice_Guy
12-21-2017, 05:47 AM
If you're anywhere near me I'd love to take a crack at it. I do more diesel work than I'd like to admit. Just fixed a few countdowns on bluetec Mercedes sprinter vans in the last few weeks, I enjoy a challenge. I've got a 6.4 powerchoke at the shop that I'm doing injectors on tomorrow.

He's in Oceanport area, ~45 min from you. Not sure what your or his tolerance for distance is.

PolarBear
12-21-2017, 07:52 AM
Just put a 4BT in it and be done with all this emissions crap

LTb1ow
12-21-2017, 08:48 AM
He's in Oceanport area, ~45 min from you. Not sure what your or his tolerance for distance is.

Slacking Nick, slacking, I am out in Howell these days. 8-)

If you're anywhere near me I'd love to take a crack at it. I do more diesel work than I'd like to admit. Just fixed a few countdowns on bluetec Mercedes sprinter vans in the last few weeks, I enjoy a challenge. I've got a 6.4 powerchoke at the shop that I'm doing injectors on tomorrow.

I can trailer it up to Garwood for sure :lol:

Just put a 4BT in it and be done with all this emissions crap

F that, V8 dmax power for life. Pre emmisions LLY/LBZ and send ittttttt

PolarBear
12-21-2017, 09:05 AM
F that, V8 dmax power for life. Pre emmisions LLY/LBZ and send ittttttt

Will it even physically fit in that car? :rofl: Only reason I suggested the 4BT

wretched73
12-21-2017, 10:29 AM
Will it even physically fit in that car? :rofl: Only reason I suggested the 4BT

Yes it will.

Not sure if the engine bay is where it will fit thought :kneeslap:

PolarBear
12-21-2017, 11:15 AM
Yes it will.

Not sure if the engine bay is where it will fit thought :kneeslap:

:kneeslap:

SRGN
12-23-2017, 01:23 PM
My T/A is right in Monroe near Raceway Park. I have to pick it up this week. I can bring down diagnostic equipment and head over by you to reset the countdown, then you can drive it up to me if further diagnostic is required with GDS/Tech2Win.

LTb1ow
12-25-2017, 09:22 AM
Def let me know, I am right down the road from Etown

Tru2Chevy
12-26-2017, 10:14 PM
Will it even physically fit in that car? :rofl: Only reason I suggested the 4BT

4BT is the same length as a D-max. Roughly 6" narrower, but also 5 inches taller.

Might as well go all out and toss a 12 valve 6BT in it :)

- Justin

PolarBear
12-27-2017, 08:14 AM
4BT is the same length as a D-max. Roughly 6" narrower, but also 5 inches taller.

Might as well go all out and toss a 12 valve 6BT in it :)

- Justin

Theres NO WAY that is even close to being correct. The DMAX is HUGE compared to the 4BT.