Lifter upgrade done!

[Rock-It Man]

After nearly 4 years of cringing every time I started the car, I got the AFM lifters upgraded per the TSB.

Two weeks and nothing but flawless starts, plus the valve train sounds generally better under all conditions.

If you're on the fence about doing this, get'er done!!!!

[bork_bork]

I've noticed a slight tick when I start my car when cold out. It literally goes away after maybe 2 seconds. How bad does it need to be before they'd do it? my 2010 only has 19k miles

[lawdog]

I had mine changed at 5000 miles, best decision I ever made, the whole engine ran better after !!

[NotchedSS]

Does the TSB still apply to cars out of warranty?

[Rock-It Man]

Originally Posted by NotchedSS

Does the TSB still apply to cars out of warranty?

If you mean is it free if out of warranty? No.

But it is covered under the power train warranty.

[Low Saturn]

Happen to have that TSB number?

[Rock-It Man]

#10-06-01-007B: Active Fuel Management (AFM) Engine, Valve Lifter Tick Noise at Start Up When Engine Has Been Off for 2 Hours or More (Evaluate Noise and/or Replace Valve Lifters) - (Nov 17, 2010)

Subject:
Active Fuel Management (AFM) Engine, Valve Lifter Tick Noise at Start Up When Engine Has Been Off for 2 Hours or More (Evaluate Noise and/or Replace Valve Lifters)


Models:
2007 Buick Rainier
2009 Buick LaCrosse Super, Allure Super (Canada Only)
2007 Cadillac Escalade

Built Prior to April 1, 2006 with 6.2L Engine RPO L92 (These engines were built with AFM Hardware but the AFM system was disabled)

2010-2011 Cadillac Escalade
2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
2007-2009 Chevrolet Impala
2007-2011 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, TrailBlazer
2010-2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS
2007-2011 GMC Envoy, Sierra, Yukon
2007-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
2008-2009 Pontiac G8
2007-2009 Saab 9-7X

Equipped with AFM (Active Fuel Management) and V8 Engine RPO L76, L94, L99, LC9, LFA, LH6, LMG, LS4, LY5 or LZ1

Attention:
This bulletin only applies to the AFM V8 engines listed above. It DOES NOT apply to Non-AFM Engines. If you are dealing with a Non-AFM engine that is experiencing a similar noise, please refer to Engine Mechanical > Diagnostic Information and Procedures > Symptoms in SI.

This bulletin is being revised to add the 2011 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 10-06-01-007A (Section 06 - Engine/Propulsion System).

Condition

Some customers may comment on an engine valve lifter tick noise that occurs after the engine has been shut off for at least two hours. The tick noise may last from two seconds to ten minutes.

Cause

This condition may be caused by any of the following:
Aerated oil in the valve lifter body, resulting in the valve lifter being unable to purge the air quickly.
A low engine oil level or incorrect oil viscosity.
Dirty or contaminated oil.
A low internal valve lifter oil reservoir level.
Debris in the valve lifter.
A high valve lifter leak down rate.
Correction

If the SI diagnostics do not isolate the cause of this valve lifter tick noise and normal oil pressure is noted during the concern, perform the following steps:
Inspect the engine oil condition and level. Refer to Owner Manual > Service and Appearance Care > Checking Things Under the Hood > Description and Operation > Engine Oil in SI. ⇒If the engine oil is more than one quart low, an incorrect oil viscosity is being used or if poor quality/contamination is observed, change the oil and filter.
Note: Allow at least a two hour soak time between engine OFF and start up when evaluating the tick noise.
Start the engine and evaluate the valve lifter tick noise. ⇒If the valve lifter tick noise is still present, replace all 16 valve lifters. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement in SI.
Parts Information

Note: A V8 AFM engine requires 8 AFM lifters and 8 non-AFM lifters for a total of 16 lifters.

Part Number Description Qty
12576400 Non AFM Hydraulic Valve Lifter 8
12632143 AFM Hydraulic Valve Lifter 8


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[calinkaos]

I recently had a low engine oil warning come on my car... wonder if this could be the same issue..... similar noise?

[Dmpsix]

Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

If you mean is it free if out of warranty? No.

But it is covered under the power train warranty.

So I'm confused, my car is a 2011. I bought it used, so would I be paying for this if I took it to a dealership?

[Rock-It Man]

Originally Posted by Dmpsix

So I'm confused, my car is a 2011. I bought it used, so would I be paying for this if I took it to a dealership?

Is your power train warranty expired? If it is, you will pay, TSB or not.