First Impressions - Range Technology DFM Disabler 2019 Silverado
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- Enjoy my first impressions of the Range Technology AFM/DFM disabler! At first I did not think this was a product I needed... however after using it on my truck, I can tell you it makes a huge difference. This thing is awesome.
I just got one and put it on, and it's already a huge difference!!!
I've been using a disabler (just another brand and cheaper than the Range) on my 23' V6 Blazer and just the piece of mind keeping all 6 cylinders going and not deactivating them for whatever reason is worth it to me. Plus I've heard it can also prolong lifter failures and the engine burning oil eventually. Changing oil every 5k miles helps as well.
That is exactly my logic. Nothing has been proven with these, but it seems like eliminating the use of a system that causes lifter failure and oil consumption has to be a positive.
@@limitedslipautomotive No question about that! $100 for a disabler now is still way cheaper than new lifters and having to keep an eye on your oil level like a hawk in the future!
Federal regulations is what causes all of this, GM and the other companies have to comply. Ford went the turbo route which can have its own problems, gm went the afm/dfm route.
of course government does something dumb that cause trouble for companies and buyers
Did this a week ago. I bought a v8 not a 4 or 6 cylinder. Now it’s a v8. Noticed the issue once I swapped out the exhaust. Wanted to get a pulsar LT but didn’t want to down over 500 and one shot. Maybe eventually definitely worth it down the road for all the features you get including DFM delete
I have a 2024 Silverado and didn’t think it ever went into DFM until I had the exhaust flapper cut out. Now I hear it all the time due to a slight drone in the exhaust.
Update* couple months back I ended up purchasing arranged technology AFM/DFM disabler for my 21 Silverado. It has been working perfectly. Cheaper alternative if you’re just trying to disable the AFM:DFM system.
they should have a deactivation button like the auto stop/start.
I 100% agree.
Nice review! Im watching this while waiting on mines to arrive in the mail. I have a trail boss with flowmasterFX, I know exactly what you mean with the drone during cylinder drop.
Hell ya brother! Definitely gets rid of the chop, and makes the truck drive so much better.
I have a 2020 Trail Boss and I've ordered the disabler. Does it get rid of the auto engine stop crap? So freaking annoying, shuts down almost every time I stop at a light and occasionally lunges forward when I let off the brake pedal. It almost caused me to rear end someone in the drive thru yesterday. Love the truck but DFM is a dumbass design
It does not unfortunately. I was just driving and forgot to hit the button when I got in, engine shut off at a stoplight with the chip plugged in.
@@limitedslipautomotive Thanks for the quick feedback
@@cnterfld21 the company that makes that one also has a another one that disables start stop feature
@@Lagann0 🥺 too late, bought it over a month ago. But thanks for the info 😁
I was actually incorrect. The updated chips do disable the auto stop. Range sent me a new one and I haven’t had an issue with it not working since.
Will this work for my 2020 AT4 w the 6.2? Im currently having the same shuttering issues and truck is at service dept for the past week.
I believe your truck has a 10 speed.. In that case it will not, but the Pulsar LT by the same company will.
Just installed this in a 2020 Silverado ltz
Feels like a v8 and stops it from shutting off
Amazing
It was a great investment. However, i’ve found that mine does not stop it from shutting off at stoplights.
@@limitedslipautomotive yes me too it would stop working even the dfm so I called range because it has warranty for a year and the sent me a new one got it in 2 days and plugged it in and worked for a day then next morning stopped working
@@limitedslipautomotive I have one on my 2020 RST, it disables the DFM and autostop as well. Check with Range and make sure you have the latest version for 2019 -and up.
@@Marshal-ek8xp I’ll have an update video soon, they did send me the updated model and it has been working fine
@@limitedslipautomotive did it work its happening to me also called range they sent me another one worked for 3 days and it did it again auto stop still would not disable
Great video my 2020 is at the dealer right now with only 12k miles with a couple lifter collapsed , I just order one. Agree with you Thanks
No way, only 12k??? How did you find out something was wrong?
My truck went to the dealership twice in the last 3 months for collapsed lifters. $3k for new lifters every time isnt worth saving a couple mpgs.
Mine just got put on a flatbed in my driveway with 5800 miles. 2021 sierra 5.3 10 speed. Lifters shot
@@andrewwells4117 RIP... i’m sorry to hear that dude
Have you had any check engine lights or warranty issues ? I just ordered mine and was curious
Absolutely 0 issues with it. It went in my new truck at 50 miles, it now has 26,000 trouble free. I leave it in when I take it to the dealer and theyve never said anything about it. Fortunately havent had to deal with warranty.
Very cool!!
Don't leave it plugged in if you don't drive your truck every day, because it will kill your battery.
I've had mine for over a year and my truck sometimes sits for over a week and not an issue yet!
Is was so excited that I found this product then I go to the website and they say these are NOT compatible with the 2021 models with the 10 speed transmission ..FML!
Not much of anything works on the 2021, and GM has put restrictions on their own performance parts for it as well.
I have a brand new in the box for 150.00 if anyone is interested.
The range leaves no mark on your truck's computer so it is not traceable. just be sure to remove it before you take it in for service.
Do you have experience with using one and taking it to the dealer?
@@limitedslipautomotive yes, multiple times. Never an issue.
@@dubltap7216 Awesome!
Also helps having a local mechanic, only take mine to the dealer for recall and warranty stuff. Can't trust those idiots as far as you can throw them honestly. Took my 23' V6 Blazer to my local mechanic for an oil change and left the disabler in he didn't even say anything. Even he knows why it's in there the dealership would throw a shit fit if they saw it there when you took it into a chevy dealership lol
Quick question did it also disable the auto stop start feature? Some people say it does but i have not seen a review on this. Thank you.
I had seen somewhere that it’s supposed to as well. It does not disable it in my case.
Limited Slip Automotive thank you for getting back to me much appreciated!
Got mine ordered
I like the Superchips better because you get 7 parameters you can adjust, including DFM, and Auto Start a stop.
Ya, i’ve been kicking around the idea of getting the Pulsar LT.
@@limitedslipautomotive , for the price it’s a great option. DFM is really a nuisance, I don’t understand it’s purpose. It just adds complexity. I’m glad the aftermarket industry provides these programmers to help rectify automotive manufacturers engineering crackhead ideas. 🤣
It’s a bunch of EPA trash. I’m glad aftermarket supports our hatred of it as well.
Am i missing something cause range website clearly states in big red letters (The AFM/DFM Disabler is NOT currently compatible with 2019+ 6.2L 10-speed Silverado and Sierra models) or is yours a 5.3L? Sorry just really wanted this product and lots of people are using it but Range says its not compatible.
Both of my trucks are 5.3. It does not work with the 6.2 10 speed, but the Pulsar LT by them does... I think it’s still on back order though.
@@limitedslipautomotive Ahh I see thanks
Man, when you plugged it up did all lights come on or just the far right? I got mine plugged up since Sunday, and I feel like the first 10 minutes or so of me driving it still drops cylinders and randomly it’ll catch but then drop again lol then it’ll be in V8 the rest of the drive. It’s like it’s lagging or just taking time to kick in. Idk what the hell is goin on. But damn when it’s working the truck feels and sounds so good.
All of the lights... I noticed on my old truck (actually the one in the video), if i plugged it in when the truck was running or in accessory mode it wouldn’t work properly. I would turn the truck off and open the door to get it to shut down everything, then plug the chip in and see if you notice a difference.
@@limitedslipautomotive yeah I tried that as well and still no difference. I’ve been emailing Range all day so hopefully they allow me to return this one and send another my way. The exhaust is a little much with the DFM kicking in but damn it sounds good any other time even at idle lol
@@txracing23 - Hello...any update? Cheers...
@@irishkelly654 I traded in for a 24 model so I no longer have the truck. But Range sent me a second one and it did the exact same thing so I’m not sure what was going on.
@@txracing23 Thanks for the reply. That is so strange?!
I have a 19 Silverado 1500, how does this effect fuel economy?
I didn’t see a noticeable difference
Where is this filmed at?
Just got my Range disabler yesterday. My 2015 Sierra feels like a different vehicle. It feels like a V8 is supposed to feel. Now all I have to do is slow down.
Hahaha i feel you there! Love having all the power.
Just bought a 2021 Silverado rst. Idk if it’s the chip shortage or what but I legit paid $50 and they took the dfm off completley
It is due to the chip shortage. GM has forgone the computer tech that makes the system run. Congrats on the upgrade!
@@limitedslipautomotive 600 miles on it so far and the only con is the gas mileage is absolute crap haha. But whoever buys a truck for mpg is already making their first mistake lol
Any problem with battery drain from this thing?
Not so far across both my trucks.. however the longest they ever sit is a day or two without being driven.
Thank you for this video. You definitely gave me the information I was looking for.
I have a 2009 tahoe police special 4wd , this was exactly my experience you are talking about. I couldn’t of said it better then you.
I want one of these for my 5.3 2020
1000% Worth it
Any update? Did it improve transmission feel?
Transmission feel is much better, it has eliminated the clunk that I was feeling. Will make an update video for you!
I did the same thing for my Silverado 2016,the result was amazing,honestly even better that what I expected .. now transmission is shifting smoothly and my exhaust sounds perfect.. not much different on gas usage.
Good video brother!
@@limitedslipautomotive
What transmission does your truck have?
@@curtis1951 It has the 8 speed
Does it mess with the warranty?
No, once it’s removed there’s no trace in the trucks computer!
On my 2019 i put one on also...i bought a v8...so id like to have one all the time
Right? If i wanted a 4 cylinder i’d get a honda
@@limitedslipautomotive it helped on mine also i did a pedal comander look it up you wont be disapointed bro...
@@thefutureisgrim9391 I almost got one, but i figured for 200 bucks more i should get the Pulsar LT which will also let me recalibrate my speedometer.
@@limitedslipautomotive mine was recalibrated by the dealee cause i bought it with a lift and tire combo..but yes then that sounds even better im bot sure about warranty how it can affect things ohwell we will just hope for the best i just drove mine in the snow it dose pretty good but i had a h2 hummer before which was better lol
I ordered mine cause I was scared of having engine or transmission problems and .. I guess what ... bad lifter yesterday . Sumbich...😔
No way… How many miles and what motor??
@@limitedslipautomotive 2019 gmc sierra denali 131k.
5.3 8 speed
@@isachar2013 When did you put the range in?
@@limitedslipautomotive I didn't get the chance .. arrives this Friday and .. my denali is at the shop
Have you had any issues yet?
Absolutely zero! I’ve had it in my new 2021 since it had 0 miles on it and it’s been perfect! Just rolled 17k on that truck.
@@limitedslipautomotivedo you still use it today?
When you said clunking around that means when you were about to stop u felt the clunk?
Correct, around 2/1st gear slowing down
@@limitedslipautomotive so when you install the range that clunk stop?
@@Rolando083 Yes sir
@@limitedslipautomotive thank you so much I m ordering mine now
@@limitedslipautomotive nice channel by the way very good and informative 👍
I just ordered one for my 2019 Tahoe with the 5.3L. Can't wait to get it plugged in and so I can stop worrying about trashed lifters and bent push rods (not to mention the better performance).
Great choice! Best mod i’ve made to both my trucks.
How’s your truck today?
She’s good, how are you?
@@limitedslipautomotive good thanks bro. Thinking on purchasing a 2019 Silverado
@@Trd2020 I think that would be a great choice, what trim level?
Wonder if it will work on my 2021 6.2 rst
What transmission do you have?
@@limitedslipautomotive 10.speed I looked it won't work dang
@@chadbrown7648 They have a new product called the Pulsar LT, see if that’s compatible.
@@limitedslipautomotive ive used pulsar products before there pretty good had one on a charger
@@chadbrown7648 they just released for the Silverado, let me know if you try it out!
What about gas mileage
Crun Hunt Will get you an update video soon!
get a car if you are worried about gas mileage
@@TissueBox271 calm down
@@limitedslipautomotive i am sir. I'm just saying.
I did multiple tests. Without the Range I gained 1/16 mpg. Not worth it to me especially with the damage cylinder deactivation can cause to your engine.
Why not just get an F150 5.0 to avoid all the hassle? The 5.0 is way faster than the 5.3 anyway.
Cause Ford sucks
Ford has had a lot of issues with cam phasers failing. Cold starts with horrendous cam chain slap. 3.5’s have the issue too. I’m a Ford guy, and I’m looking at GMC sierras. Ford needs to get away from dohc. Thanks for the video on the range , if I pull the trigger on a Sierra Elevation this will be my first purchase.
A very good friend had a F150 with the cam phasers and had a serious problem and it wouldn't run. Took it to the dealer (out of warranty) and they wouldn't cover ANYTHING! It cost him over $10K to get the engine fixed and back. Two weeks later he had a brand new GMC Sierra in his driveway. He was a Ford guy for over 30 years, but no more Fords for him.
Ford 5.0 is a great truck but it pulls less than their turbo 6cyl trucks. Chevy has a better tow capacity.
Has anyone gotten their warranty voided for having the range AFM?
I haven’t had an warranty issues, but it seems to vary from dealer to dealer. The service manager at my dealership just told me to take it out if I ever bring it in for warranty