2016/2017 Camaro Range Technology Eliminates AFM????

[@elkillerx]

I’ve had this on my 2010 SS and it’s worked great. I’ve had it for over 20k miles, no check engine light or any problems.

[@bertf.291]

Ordered directly from range. Worked fine on my 15 Tahoe and later, my 18 Silverado, both with 5.3.

[@oSTYNCLSYo]

What engine codes did you get?

[@stephenjones101]

Works fine for 2017 C7 Corvette Grand Sport. I've read they pretty much eliminated the battery drain problem, but I use this for occasional highway driving anyway. I've tested on numerous occasions and always keeps it in V8 mode. Never seen a "Check Engine" light or other warning. I know this video is focused on Camaro but I don't want Corvette owners to mistakenly think this is their issue as well. It should save more expensive engine and transmission repairs in the long run. And to tell the truth, I don't see that running on V4/Eco mode saves any noticeable amount of gas anyway.

[@merttt1923]

Any problems yet?

[@kimberlykuriata5273]

What about the Diablo sprint AFM delete ? Or is it pretty much the same ?

[@LiftHeavy1]

Have it on 09 Sierra 6.0 1500. Been on for a year. Not a single problem. Love it. Btw bought directly form range.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I have a Range on my '16 1SS and it's been working great...

[@merttt1923]

Still using?

[@Ozzie4Para]

@@merttt1923 No, I sold that car years ago. I don't hang on to cars very long.

[@americanmuscle4063]

This video is why I love this channel, it's real. You have no problem calling a product out and saving everyone else a headache. Thanks for another good one Lethal.

[@mackey-5438]

Agree 100%.

[@noneofficial305]

One more question how do u feel about a this product now/any throttle control????

[@bluchevy01]

I have this device when I had my 2011 Silverado with no problems no service engine soon lights and I just recently within the last year bought a 2016 Silverado with 5.3 and I've had no issues with it and it works flawlessly for me.

[@richardflowersrf]

I've had a Range for three years. It was originally at version 3 asnd I was using it in my wife's GMC Envoy with the 5.3 motor. Worked fine. In anticipation of getting my 2017 Camaro SS, I sent it in to Range and got updated to V7.7R1. Back in the envoy as I waited for the Camaro. After a few days it started slamming the shift from 1st to 2nd. Did it three lights in a row. No CEL. Unplugged and restarted the engine, which then ran fine. Last week the Camaro came in and after about 200 miles, I installed the Range. After maybe 20 miles I got a CEL and the transmission wouldn't shift into manual mode. It also had a strange whining noise from the front of the car. Checking the codes with the Torque app showed a transmission control module fault. Cleared the error and drove on without the Range installed. Waiting for a response from Range to my service ticket. It's been five days. I'll post back here if I hear anything.

[@Lethalgarage]

I went through the same thing, they told me they haven't figured out the Gen 6 just yet.

[@richardflowersrf]

I got an email today saying that they were sending me a replacement unit. Didn't really say they had a fix but felt the old one has a problem. We'll see.

[@Lethalgarage]

+Richard F Let me know. If it works would love to do an update video.

[@richardflowersrf]

Got the replacement unit today (Saturday). Plugged it in but we only went a little way to dinner. The last time it was in for several days before it gave the CEL. When I started having trouble, I had already ordered an ODB II extension cable with the power on/off switch. I'll go at least a week before I put that in to get a good test. I hope it works this time.

[@Lethalgarage]

+Richard F Keep me posted. Also thanks for testing it out.

[@HCGxKaLiBeR]

I bought it because the engine ticks in V4 mode. Bought it for 2 weeks. Check engine light came up when I remote started my car. However, I cleared all codes by re-plug the module. Besides this, it works great. To clear check engine light: rangetechnology.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/204980535-Check-Engine-Lights

[@Cyberronnin]

I have a loud rattle and metal against metal scrapping noise coming from my exhaust when it goes into V4 mode and when I accelerate it gets louder and louder until the car goes into V8 mode again , I definitely need something like this I don’t want to void my warranty tuning the car

[@mance7996]

Next time do the purchase thru the original manufacturer,they will update for free,you just send it to them.. again,this is only if you buy directly from them.

[@Bricktop1253]

Without taking the time to read through all the comments, I'm going to go out on a limb and say what I'm about to say hasn't been addressed yet. I have done some research on this product and what I discovered is you HAVE to purchase the product directly from Range Technology. Why you ask? Well, it's simple. A device directly from Range will have the most current firmware available unlike devices sold from retailers. Those retail devices may have been purchased a year back and will not have current firmware. Regardless, Range will update your firmware for free if you purchase the item at a retailer. So, if you haven't done the update, you really can't condemn a products performance.

[@Lethalgarage]

+Bricktop1253 this was a direct purchase from Range. I have had a few people get current versions and they still have issues. Range seems to think the car and device are sending signals at the same time causing issues. They say to leave it plugged in. But they also say if you leave it plugged in you can drain your battery. Either or I'm moving along from this product and I'm actually going to have my AFM deleted directly.

[@ktglittertime7697]

Bricktop1253; Thank you so much for this comment! I work for Range and this is still 100% true...having the most current firmware ensures compatibility with your vehicle, thanks again!

[@Lethalgarage]

I purchased direct from Range and it was sent in for an update.

[@ktglittertime7697]

LethalGarage; When? I would like to look you up but I’m sure you don’t want your info on this platform...you’re more than welcome to give us a call, hopefully we can get something figured out for you and your vehicle. Call 888-997-6515 M-F 8:30am to 4:30pm Mt Time and please ask for me, Caitie.

[@jerrymorris3456]

I've got a 2016 Silverado, works perfectly.. I bought it straight from Range and I'm telling everyone to buy it..

[@bentrishaleemartin926]

Bought one for my 2018 c7 , immediately threw a cel and the auto trans was shifting super rough.. has one on my 2011 Camaro ss and it worked great

[@jmarkr100]

Did you take it to the dealer? Probably a dumb question. I just bought a 2018 C7 GS and have ordered 1. V4 mode on a Vette is absurd.

[@jmarkr100]

Any updates on this? I have a 2018 C7 GS and have heard the V4 mode is causing a lot of issues. I don’t give a shit about gas mileage. It’s a performance car! Thanks

[@lovedcups1999]

Hey does the ZL1 ---1LE have the v8 to v4 option ?

[@Lethalgarage]

Nope

[@ivansotelo8163]

I have a 5th gen L99 gonna remove resonator for x pipe.. I heard disabling AFM might be needed .. Is this a part that I need. At all ?

[@Lethalgarage]

This is the part for a 6th Gen

[@jasonbrackett27]

You shouldn't even need this. This should be something that could easily be tuned out.

[@Lethalgarage]

+Jason Brackett if you wanted to avoid a tune, this product is the only other way. (If it worked)

[@MyWilliam41]

Does switching to 4 to 8cyln cause any performance delays..I can't notice

[@Lethalgarage]

Not that I have noticed

[@gregmf9427]

Works great on my Silverado, needs to be updated

[@Huey7703]

2016 C7 corvette throttle lags with AFM, and turns off and on frequently, I hate it. Looking forward to this product arriving.

[@lastcowboy3161]

THE NEW CORVETTES ARE SHIT ..........HAD A 143LT AND 17 ZO6 SOLD THEM WILE I COULD GET SOME MONEY BACK ..JUNK

[@rondail5675]

Can you give details of what happened to your Vettes?

[@lastcowboy3161]

BECAUSE YOU HAVE ONE OF THE OLDER MOD'S....................MINE HAS WORKED GREAT FOR OVER A YEAR .....

[@Clintsimmons777]

Hi lethal - great vids. I am a new camaro owner (2017 50th v8) and I really want to turn off/eliminate AFM. I don't want to but the Range product given your review...how else do I do this? Thanks!

[@karld001]

It worked well on my 2012, but haven't tried it on my 16. It was very helpful on my 12 with an aftermarket exhaust, because when it would go into V4, it sounded horrible, the OEM exhaust covered that up, but also covered up all the sound. Chevy has fixed the sound issue with the OEM exhaust on my 16.

[@msclecarcrzy]

it's never good when you go limp!

[@TR_TenSeven]

Glad you posted this, I was thinking about picking one up. Looks like I'll wait for the updated model.

[@Lethalgarage]

No problem

[@swampedge3769]

On 5.3 engines, there are people having collapsed lifter problems on the cylinders that the AFM turns off. I was looking at this for that reason. If I knew someone who knows their shit, I would have it Tuned out, but I dont. Yet.

[@Lethalgarage]

Is basically has to be removed. Its possible. I took mine off.

[@mattbriggs7319]

LethalGarage how did you turn yours off? Tune?

[@trentonkeithley1842]

My 2007 is in the shop right now for collapsed lifter due to afm. As far as I've seen this is the only bad review I've seen. (Granted this is a review for a brand new car vs. My 07) afm is garbage

[@socal69_88]

I've had mine on with no issues no dash lights nor codes. Keeps it straight in V8. Maybe when I purchased mine it was up to date. But works and does what it suppose too.

[@drumstrings726]

Have the manual and love it. Not knocking the autos just never been a fan of auto muscle.

[@Lethalgarage]

Sounds good to me ;)

[@B1G613]

Just saved me some money and a headache.

[@B1G613]

Revisit this type of product a year later?

[@MrBama14nc]

Works great and like it should on 2007 silverado

[@privateinfo4820]

I have my new 2017 Silverado 5.3l - with this Range AFM Disabler and after 1400 miles in two months it started tossing errors, CEL's, randomly going back to V4, causing issues.. so I unplugged it and all problems gone.. it's running firmware V8.2R1 from 6/2017 ... I'd not recommend this product and stick with a $400 tuner from realtruck.com (like I was going to do but tried saving a couple hundred.. ) ..

[@privateinfo4820]

Just ordered this to disable AFM in my new 2017 Silverado with the 5.3l ... Range support said they are at firmware vers 8.2 and no reported problems with it .. so .. crossing my fingers..

[@privateinfo4820]

I have my new 2017 Silverado 5.3l too - with this Range AFM Disabler and after 1400 miles in two months it started tossing errors, CEL's, randomly going back to V4, causing issues.. so I unplugged it and all problems gone.. it's running firmware V8.2R1 from 6/2017 ... I'd not recommend this product and stick with a $400 tuner from realtruck.com (like I was going to do but tried saving a couple hundred.. ) ..

[@egertonridout4102]

Just called Range technology myself and they told me that there firmware is up to 8.6 with all of the bugs and issues fixed

[@quick99ws6]

I have the same issues with mine on my 2016 camaro. Not pleased, wish I would have seen this video before I wasted $200. And luck with company giving our money back?

[@Lethalgarage]

+quick99ws6 I am not asking.

[@quick99ws6]

I called them, and they are sending me a new unit with update V7.8 which fixes the issue we are having on the 2016 Camaro A8

[@Reaper33333]

Did it correct whatever issues you were having? Ive been thinking about this or the diablosport sprint to disable the afm. What are your thoughts?

[@donc2740]

Lethal, I finally got a Camaro last week. It's a red 2016 2SS with auto. It was a great deal and I used my GM MasterCard for even more off. I put on my black bow ties yesterday from Phastek with 5% off coupon code lethal5. Today my ZL1 addons magnetic jack pads came and I should be getting my Mishimoto catch can any day. Thanks for all the tips and videos. I've learned a lot watching them.

[@michaelkelly815]

working on my 2015 tahoe ltz with out fail. by directly from the manufacture.

[@Lethalgarage]

I did... Still failed.

[@drumstrings726]

Btw, love the channel! Keep it up👍. I'm in Florida, wish I were closer for your car meets.

[@Lethalgarage]

Thanks man

[@Hughie1987]

Im thinking about getting the v6, not sure if I could afford the v8 yet but I do have a 350 in my nova

[@lastcowboy3161]

you have an old version ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,and if your car runs so good going from 4-8 ,,,,,,,why did you buy the thing ?????????????????

[@Roelbargas]

Get a Diablosport s1000 way better...

[@Huey7703]

You must had a crappy battery

[@mackey-5438]

Did the CEO of Range Technology down vote this video?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Mackey - probably.

[@TR_TenSeven]

Or ender2664 from Camaro6...

[@Lethalgarage]

Some people just like to hate.

[@danleehill]

I love the one I got

[@wrenchinandwheelin]

Just go HP Tuners and turn it off.

[@Lethalgarage]

Yeah.... doesn't work like that.

[@wrenchinandwheelin]

+Lethalhammer and why not? I've turned mine off...

[@Lethalgarage]

+wrenchinandwheelin you sure about that? All the tunes I have seen and heard about haven't worked

[@gtpsleeper9]

Need firmware 8.6 r1

[@thomashalikas4812]

glad i don't have afm

[@TheJmoniez1]

Lethal is that you selling this product on eBay lol

[@Lethalgarage]

Nope

[@danielr.7112]

Great Video. Is there meanwhile a newer Version in the market? I am very interested in deactivating my AFM.

[@Lethalgarage]

I have heard some people have success with new ones and some people still having issues. Overall still not a product I can recommend.

[@garyrich6289]

I wish I could get AFM to activate more often, like when parked and idling, sitting at a light, ect.

[@couchrider6228]

What are u talking bout?