Diesel mechanic

[JimB]

I need some help from the MDS brains. I have a check engine light on my duramax and need a good mechanic with scan tool to track it down. I am near libertytown.

 

[MeatGrinder]

I've used Antietam Automotive in Sharpsburg. He is a guru on diesel trucks. Last time I was there, though, it took forever to get my truck back.

 

[JimB]

Thanks MeatGrinder. I will give them a call

 

[antco]

At least swing by AutoZone or similar and have them scan the codes for free. Post here. Could be something as simple as low battery voltage or a commonly failed sensor.

 

[4g64loser]

I need some help from the MDS brains. I have a check engine light on my duramax and need a good mechanic with scan tool to track it down. I am near libertytown.

Whereabouts in fredneck county? I work just south of town during the week. I could probably meet up with you one evening and at least retrieve the code(s).

My dirtymax is down a glowplug and that sets the CEL. It doesn't hurt anything in the Isuzu engine til you are down at least three, some say four or five. I've started mine in -15 F air, not plugged in, down a plug. No issues.

 

[JimB]

It's a P0299 Low boost pressure. I have changed the O rings on the Y bridge neck. Pressure tested the intake from the turbo , Cleaned the EGR cooler and regulator. Still the same P0299

 

[4g64loser]

It's a P0299 Low boost pressure. I have changed the O rings on the Y bridge neck. Pressure tested the intake from the turbo , Cleaned the EGR cooler and regulator. Still the same P0299

Professional auto and truck (dean breedens shop) if you are in the frederick city area. Does light to heavy duty trucks. Down behind Browns liquors.

 

[FFBWMD]

Professional auto and truck (dean breedens shop) if you are in the frederick city area. Does light to heavy duty trucks. Down behind Browns liquors.

2nd them, they are good guys!

 

[JimB]

Thanks guys

 

[Bullfrog]

It's a P0299 Low boost pressure. I have changed the O rings on the Y bridge neck. Pressure tested the intake from the turbo , Cleaned the EGR cooler and regulator. Still the same P0299

Dirty MAF sensors?

Just a WAG, could be an easy fix depending upon where they are. Not a diesel, but my Ecoboost throws various turbo errors if the sensors before and after it get dirty. The computer can't figure out how much air flow it's actually getting and what the pressure should be.

 

[JimB]

I cleaned the MAF and MAP. No way to check them without a Bi-directional scan tool

 

[JimB]

Maybe EGR. I don't want to just throw parts at it.

 

[Bullfrog]

I cleaned the MAF and MAP. No way to check them without a Bi-directional scan tool

You can actually test them in place with a multimeter, if you have the time and are so inclined.

 

[justanotherjeep]

Rich’s Diesel in Mt Airy. 301 7122565

 

[JimB]

Any recommendations for a good scan tool? And price? Might be cheaper to buy one and do it myself

 

[salopez]

if you havent completed this... come on over I can scan it. I have an Autel 8500 I believe. I am just out of libertown in mt airy.

 

[spoon059]

Maybe EGR. I don't want to just throw parts at it.

On my next diesel truck, I will be throwing parts AWAY from it...