2022 Silverado LTD 2.7L Turbomax 4 Cylinder 96,000 mile UPDATE & PSA (L3B/L2R)

The GM L3B Turbomax 2.7L motor has been known to consume oil. I recommend checking the oil level frequently and changing it out sooner and more frequently than the OLM says. My experience with this motor is it burns between 1 and 1.5 quarts of oil over the course of an oil change of 5,000 miles. I top it off every 1000 miles or so to keep the level normal. I have checked it once and the oil level didn't even register on the dipstick! It is not leaking, anywhere, I have done a thorough inspection of the engine, and there are no drip marks anywhere that I can see. I recently switched to a high mileage oil to see if that helps with the oil consumption.
Trucks that can be equipped with this engine:
2019+ Chevy Silverado
2019+ GMC Sierra
2023+ Chevy Colorado
2023+ GMC Canyon
The motor RPO code is mostly L3B, but also seen as L2R in some work truck models on the 2023+ Colorado/Canyon
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[@ericj810]

Ohh and ignore that waste gate sound. 198k miles no issues, yes it goose honks sometimes since 3k miles.

[@jeremsgarage]

Great Video! Keep ‘em coming!

[@melvinjohnson7033]

Turbo engines do tend to consume oil and if the worst you can say is you have to add a quart or so between oil changes then your way ahead of the game. Most car "reviews" consist of someone borrowing a car from the dealership for a few minutes/hours so its really nice to see a actual long term review. Easy thumbs up on your update and your probably over 100k on the milage by now.

[@fondupot]

Thanks for the comment. I hope this truck lasts without major issues for 200,000 miles or more. It’s been a fine truck so far, and topping off the oil is really not a big deal. But it can be bad if owners don’t regularly check their oil level. Thanks for watching!

[@karlschauff7989]

Toyota's warranty was changed back around 2010 to state that it's normal for their engines to burn up to 1 quart every 1200 miles. Seems to be the reality of the world we live in these days with low tension oil rings, turbos, and thin oils.

[@fondupot]

@karlschauff7989 the official GM literature also indicates up to 1 quart of oil consumption is “normal” in an oil change interval.

[@ZM-mc1kx]

Mines is at 78889 miles it was burning oil i switch to 10- 30 full syntetic and i change it at 3000 mils no issues at all it work for me

[@fondupot]

Good to know. I’ll probably switch to 10W30 soon.

[@Mike-vd2qt]

Interesting video, thanks from a 70 year old. Chevy trucks owned, 1966, 75, 93, 2015 Colorado. The 2015 transmission was a hot mess for shifting. Turbos: we had a Honda CRV turbo that added volume to the oil, it had the "oil dilution" problem in a warm climate. Since GM extended the 2.7L warranty to 5 years or 100,000 miles, might be a great truck with the idea of selling before warranty expires.

[@fondupot]

Thanks for watching.

[@glenherbert7606]

Always very informative videos.

[@fondupot]

Thanks pal!

[@robs420fishingadventures7]

I’m glad you mentioned that goose honk noise the truck makes when you shut it off. Mine has done that since I bought it off the lot with 12 miles on it. It sat on the lot for a year and the air is very salty around where I live. Oil consumption seems to be consistent with all these trucks about a quart every 5000. I was worried I got on it a little too much during the break in period. Other than that 30,000 miles going strong.

[@fondupot]

I’ve tried to order a replacement turbo actuator but they’ve been on back order for months. My order gets cancelled every time I try. Glad to hear your truck is running 👍🏻 .

[@vladstepanov910]

Sweet video thinking of getting a 2.7

[@fondupot]

It’s an alright motor. Just gotta keep up on the maintenance

[@Glipsnarp]

I own a 23 Silverado with 2.7L with 26,000miles I have not noticed oil consumption yet. I always check oil once a week. Oil changes are at 55% on the OLM. I never tow anything and usually haul a lot of lumber and camping gear. 2.7L is plenty of power for what I use it for.

[@fondupot]

Cheers. Usually my oil consumption starts around 50% on the oil life monitor. Just keep an eye on yours and enjoy it! Mine has over 105k on it now. Getting an oil change this weekend.

[@Glipsnarp]

@@fondupot you do your own oil changes? Its messy with that 1/4 turn plug. Fans out further than the oil drain pan.....

[@fondupot]

@@Glipsnarp Most of the time yes. But if I'm not in the mood I'll take it my trusted shop. I have been trying to convince some companies to make a oil drain valve for the plastic drain pan, but haven't been successful. It definitely makes a mess every time.

[@danielbonner8309]

I have a 23 Silverado 2.7 just about to hit 10,000. Change mine at 5,000 and mine was about a quart low on my second oil change so Im keeping an eye on it. My 15 Silverado with the 4.3 did do the same thing since day one. About a quart every 5,000. Was a great reliable truck. Good looking out.

[@fondupot]

Thanks for watching!

[@ericj810]

Mine gets close to a quart at 5000 miles. My jeep, 1 quart low at 1000 miles. It is what it is I suppose.

[@josenca90]

First comment here! Hey man! I do have the same trim and model. Haven’t had any issues yet. Still concerning about the gas mileage. Highest I got is 20.67 MPG. With the transmission, sometimes it does like a hit or kick specially when the engine turns off and then on with a full stop, once I put some gas it does that kind of kick. I already took it to the dealership and they say that is normal, but we know that everything is “normal” for them lol. Great videos my friend!

[@fondupot]

That mileage is pretty consistent with what I get. I usually see between 19-21 mpg on long extended highway trips. I also found that the engine seems to like 89 octane, so I have been using that for a while too. I was getting a rough running engine with 87 octane, so I did some tests with 93 and 89, and 89 seems to do the trick. I haven't experienced any transmission issues. Have you ever had yours serviced? Thanks for watching!

[@josenca90]

@@fondupot man! The 89 octane is a good advice!! I’ll do it once my current tank gets empty. I just bought the truck a month ago. I prefer buying low mileage used truck instead of brand new. (I got a new 2022 Tacoma on 2021 and man! I got screwed by all the taxes and fees that come with a new vehicle. Anyways I’m kinda loving 4cyl Silverados. I bought a 2021 for my wife and mine is 2022. There’s no any difference between them except the color 🤣🤣

[@fondupot]

@@josenca90 Right on brother! Just keep an eye on that oil level and let her rip!

[@Carina3-5]

Do you usually tow/load a lot or just drive at highway speed with an empty bed? Mine seems to consume oil during hours of highway driving with nothing on the bed (absolutely no towing).

[@fondupot]

Lots of highway driving. 70-80mph. Empty bed other than my toolbox.

[@ofmyownaccord]

My 2019 Colorado na 4cyl burns the same amount of oil and has since it was brand new. New engines in all manufacturers burn oil now. Looser piston rings and valve guides coupled with super thin oil allows it to burn off in the quest for less friction and more mpg's. I just make sure to keep a quart on hand and check every 1K miles and change the oil every 5K. Once you know why, it's really not a big deal. The downside is all that burning oil may cause the cat to fail prematurely. Mine failed at 51K but was replaced under warranty.

[@fondupot]

Interesting. Haven't heard any reports of the 2.5L burning oil. My 2019 Canyon with the 3.6L doesn't burn a drop.

[@eduardomartel1530]

I had to add 1quart every 40% ( i don't know how many miles is 40% but i keep a eye in the dashboard) in My 2020 gmc canyon 2.5l 4 cylinders too

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

1 quart of oil every 5k miles isn’t bad. At least it’s not diluting the oil with gas. Not all engines burn oil. Neither my 19 RAV4 or 18 4Runner burn any oil.

[@flashnzoom]

I have a 22 Custom with about 18k on it bought in 3/23 Since first oil change at dealer it uses about 1/2 quart every 1500 miles or so. Like you I check every 1000 or so and change at 3500 because I tow and idle a lot. Did the high mileage oil help with consumption? I’ve been using Mobil 1 since new and am thinking about switching to another brand to see if I get better results. What are you using?

[@fondupot]

I’m still testing the high mileage oil. I have about 1800 miles on my current oil change and so far the level seems to be holding. But I normally see consumption start after 2000 miles on an oil change. So the jury is still out. I’m using the M1 5W30 high mileage. There’s two kinds but I’m using the standard type not the extended interval kind.

[@rockkstah2550]

Have you changed the PCV ? That’s another cause for oil consumption

[@ericj810]

My jeep isnt turbo. Uses 1 quart of oil every 1000 miles. The 2.7 turbo i got is 1 quart every 5000 miles by then its changed anyhow.

[@JKyle-ii1mz]

If you had to do it again, would you buy the 5.3 instead?

[@fondupot]

This is a company truck, so I didn’t have a choice. But if I was buying this for myself I’d get the 5.3 or the 6.2.

[@SirtubalotTX]

@@fondupot even with all the lifter issues with those motors? I’m just curious what you think about it.

[@fondupot]

The lifter issues on the V8s I think are less common than the 2.7 consuming oil issues. Either way, it’s sort of a crap shoot.

[@SirtubalotTX]

@@fondupot I think I'm leaning towards the oil consumption. lol Btw, do you know why that is with the 2.7? I'm looking into it but not sure of the cause.

[@cameronwingate7477]

Whold 5w40 fix the problem ??

[@fondupot]

It’s possible yes. I’ve had that proposed to me by others. I’m testing the high mileage formula for a bit then I may branch out to a 5W40 formula.

[@chriscirku5444]

My engine burns zero oil in my 2023 canyon Denali

[@fondupot]

That's great. Just keep an eye on it! Mine was OK for the first 30,000ish miles, but ever since, I've seen the consumption start.

[@chriscirku5444]

@@fondupot I will thanks for the heads up.

[@brianmaloney5430]

Have 15k on my turbomax and burns zero oil between 5k oil changes.

[@fondupot]

That’s good. Keep an eye on it. Might change over time. I just rolled over 105,000. Used 1.5 quarts in 5k miles.

[@justinflott5133]

It’s not the engines it’s the oil. They all consume it now because the viscosity.

[@fondupot]

I have another truck that uses 5W30 tho, and it doesn't consume any oil. Its my 2019 GMC Canyon 3.6L V6

[@justinflott5133]

@@fondupot - interesting

[@ericj810]

Uses some oil between changes? Heck my jeep is 1 quart every 1000 miles. Dealer says normal. All car makers say that now. Loose tolerance build in todays engines.

[@fondupot]

Yikes that’s excessive for sure.

[@ericj810]

@fondupot But jeep says its normal. lol Im use to it, Im glad the chevy doesn't do that!

[@fondupot]

@ericj810 how old a jeep? What motor?

[@ericj810]

@@fondupot 2018 renegade 2.4 tiger shark engine.

[@Holden-McGroin]

1qt/1k miles is not normal lol. Get rid of that vehicle ASAP.