Low Mileage Cadillac Escalade Has Lifter Tick | How To Diagnose A Lifter Tick

[@michaela8802]

I just purchased a 2015 Escalade with 96K miles on it, and now I find this video and it's scaring the crap out of me. Great information though - thank you! New subscriber.

[@UlfricStormcloak69]

It should scare you. The engines with DOD are a ticking time bomb

[@Mabeylater293]

Did you research before you bought it?

[@MrGreenelight]

@@UlfricStormcloak69 DOD are not ticking time bombs and this is not a DOD issue. Almost all newer vehicles have DOD or complete engine shut off when stopped , as fuel saving software/electronic features.

[@MrGreenelight]

@@UlfricStormcloak69 DOD is a software/ CPU function not a mechanical, it just cuts off fuel to certain cylinders when not needed to save fuel. The ticking sound is mechanical and is Not related to the Cylinder Deactivation s. The sticking lifter is a fairly common problem with that style of engine that uses rocker arms and lifters rather than overhead cams. It is almost always due to trash / debris resisting movement of lifter. An oil change and /or engine flush usually takes care of it. This problem appears to just be a valve spring adjustment needed, from the wiggling and loose rocker shown at the end of video

[@DustinKeating-yk3vq]

I did the full delete on my Silverado and my truck runs great I don't have to worry about a afm lifters getting stuck if you don't have any

[@carloss2542]

Had the same issue with my 2015 escalade. Whistling sound from engine. Dealership acted and I knew they were going to give me a run around. From the the video I now know the info. Appreciate you.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

My pleasure glad you was able to get something from it

[@fal8872]

My 2019 with 49k just went thru this last week. Thanks Alex

[@Bobbymiller69-vo2zr]

Hech yeah Alex and Mrs dr another awesome video been slowly watching all of you videos

[@MohamedJaranow]

Very knowledgeable mechanic. I wish you were my mechanic right now. I think I got a collapse lifter as well

[@chrisreed26]

I'd rather have that white Cutlass in the background but I was a teen in the 80's when that car was new! I like the Escalade but not all that crap! You would think Cadillac would have learned from the old 4~6~8 engine years ago that was a bomb almost as bad as the diesel! I had an 84 Sedan DeVille with the hated 4.1 HT4100 V-8 but I had no issues at all unlike the 307 in my 89 Brougham I had back in 1992..anyway great videos! I just did a coolant bleeder housing change wiith your videos help! (2009 300 2.7 granny owned 78K miles second one of these darn things to blow out!)

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Right! I’m doing a LS Swap on that cutlass, not sure if I’m going to film it or not. But yeah those Escalades are crap. I’m surprised they came back out with the cylinder deactivation crap. I just had another Escalade come into the shop with the same issue!

[@ryanlenz6805]

Agreed. I LOVE the old square body chevy trucks (the ones you can still work on without too much computer interface). I'm looking for a quad cab LB or SB now. Don't care if it's running, but needs to be a southern truck and priced to sell.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@ryanlenz6805 those truck are getting hard to find rust free and in decent shape one of my customers just pick one up for 700$ I think 80s it has the inline 6.

[@jabersultan8564]

I have escalled 2018 platinum, I got this issues 3 times during 2 years My car spent in workshop more than to stand in my house

[@nicksarrett]

I wish I lived in GA. Would definitely be using your shop

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for the consideration.I’m in Atlanta georgia what about you

[@nicksarrett]

@@AlexTheCarDoctorLong Island :(

[@RigelsOverlord]

The fuel management system. When engine changes from V8 to 4, the compression of the 8 still in engine when changed to 4 and causing damage

[@baselhs]

2 months ago I bought a 2016 with 100k miles on the clock. It’s still quite and the previous owner changed the oil frequently at the dealer. In two months I changed the oil twice every 2500 miles (Fully Synthetic). Also, I tuned out the DOD. Hopefully this will help.

[@georgelynn9737]

Good job very informative I have a 2016 I think I’m having the same problem, question how much do you think a job like this would cost 💲

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there thanks for watching. A job like this would cost you between 2500$ to 4500$ depending on if the cam is damaged

[@SamslamminCars]

Thank you for the video. My friend’s 2015 only has 50k and the top I think just went. It started hesitating and now will not even stay running. He was not keeping up with oil changes and had more than the recommended 7 quarts. Wonder if oil dilution happens during deactivation of the cylinders.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there buddy, thanks for watching yes lack of maintenance will kill this engine

[@LivingLifeintheFastLane.379]

Having this exact same issue with my 2015 Cadillac Escalade as of yesterday, started with a misfire on cylinder 2 and i crank the truck today (cold start) and you can clearly hear the bad lifter tick.

[@tomkat2803]

I used castrol full synthetic and when the cars oil life is up i change it on the spot also fuel injector cleaner every oil change

[@Ibthegame]

I think I might have ran into the same issue. How much should I expect to pay to fix this lifter issue? Great video btw

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there if they replace all the lifters (highly recommended) you should spend between 2k to $3500 if the cam is not damaged

[@Ibthegame]

Thank you!

[@CDLLESSON]

I paid close to 6500had to replace all lifters and cam shaft

[@timford5390]

Might as well remove those coolant lines and replace the fitting at the firewall as it’s probably ready to fail . Jostling it like that will usually break the brittle fitting .

[@YellowRoses10]

I have a 2007 cts cadillac that started making a ticking noise while idle or coming to a stop. I checked to make sure my oil level was not low. I'm not sure where the noise is coming from.

[@jessicacarbajal3045]

I have a 2011 escalade about 171000 miles on it and does that knocking sound when it starts up but when warm goes away help

[@sulikDOA]

Great video! I still wait for smoething about Chrysler 300C bro 😼

[@omarnino449]

Hi, I have a question my 2013 yukon is currently having a problem with one of the lifters. If they replace the lifters will the engine run normal again or is the engine going to fail in the future?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there I can’t speak for everyone because everyone won’t do the job properly but to answer your question yes it will run a long time without any other lifter problems again if the job is done properly

[@lamontbrown2504]

Just bought a 2015 escalade esv and it started ticking 2 day later. Took it to the cadillac dealership waiting on the Toyota dealership I bought it from to return my call. The Toyota dealership tried fixing the problem but did a half ass job.

[@lamontbrown2504]

And it only has 98000 miles on it.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@lamontbrown2504 hey there, sorry to hear about your truck. Tip/advice time and this is for everyone who see this don’t take A certain make of vehicle to a dealership that specialize in another make of vehicle the mechanics most of the time that work on cars there are very picky about what they work on and will not want to work on it or do a good job, this have been my experience from being in the industry so long.what was the outcome

[@lamontbrown2504]

No outcome yet still waiting on this Toyota dealership to do the right thing. We will see what happens I'm prepared for a fight, though.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@lamontbrown2504 that’s The spirit

[@raybonecrusher4516]

When you tore the engine down were the valley pan bolts a little loose? Ray

[@Marcothemillionaire]

I changed my condenser now it seem like the transmission acting ups now smh

[@mnjfmj9071]

Stuck lifter...it can be due to low oil psi..the o ring at the oil pump shrunk and now sucks in air causing low oil psi Wich cause that lifter to get stuck cus that's how these AFM crap activate and deactivate. The o ring is like $2 but the job is allot bcus you need to take the oil pan of and you need new oil pan gasket..

[@mrgrant483]

I love this guy

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I love my followers, thanks for the support buddy

[@bettomlp]

I am having this problem with my Denali 6.2 129k miles just started doing this but has no check engine light on could it be something else ?

[@Chrisjones-re3tg]

On the Cadillac Escalade with the bad lifter what did you do

[@charlottegriffeth3082]

Thank you for video it was awesome! I question 2013 Escalade started ticking and I add Lucas . Is there any additives that I can put in to quiet it down until I can get it fixed? Any help would be really appreciated.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there and thanks for watching. Unfortunately there isn’t much you can do, Lucas I think is your best bet I love that product.

[@charlottegriffeth3082]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor thank you very much! For getting back to me! And have a good one!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@charlottegriffeth3082 any time I’m here for you.

[@karlharris7602]

I use this lube called engine restorer by engine restore. I had an 85 s10 with a 2.8 v6 in it that I used this lube in. My oil filter came off after having my oil changed at Walmart. The truck had 250,000 miles at the time. After replacing the oil filter and oil on the side of the road with the help of Walmarts management of course. I started the truck and after some banging and rocking it smoothed out and I drove it home. and after another 250,000 later With a total of 500,000 miles I pulled the engine still running to put a 350v8 engine in its place...I could only figure that with regular oil changes along with the engine restorer lube is what saved the engine when the oil filter came off...

[@KingEastlin]

2019 just started to lightly tick at 72k had it only 3 months how much should I expect to pay around for the the light tick if I catch it early ?

[@GeorgeVoukitchevitch]

Great! Video, very helpful

[@Jacblack69]

I have a 07 escalade and it ticks on start up but goes away 6.2 motor can I just replace the 1 bad lifter?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You can, but I would replace them all. For all that you have to go through to get to them, it wouldn’t be wise to replace just one. The others can go out right after you replace that one, and you’d have to take the head up all over again. Also, make sure you replace the 4 plastic lifter buckets/holders as well.

[@MrJorgereal04]

Do you have by any chance rocker arm torque spec’s and procedure? I have 2016 escalade escalade

[@bikelifebrandon3562]

I have the same mileage now and started to hear it at 92,000

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That’s terrible news

[@bfighter8930]

Would you recommend to purchase a 22-23 Escalade, based on your experience working on these type vehicles? I was also looking at the 2023 BMW X7 M50i, as an alternative. What would you recommend, DOC? I honestly have no idea Thanks!!!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I just found out that the newer Cadillacs are still using these same engines with the AFM/DOD lifter issues. Me personally, I don’t buy anything new until I see what the kinks will be.

[@bfighter8930]

Ok, thank you for the advice, DOC! I will look around and do a little more research. With the car shortage, I haven't even been able to test drive the vehicles I like!!

[@antoniogriffis933]

Do the check engine light come on while lifter going bad

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes it did

[@WALKHOTFIRE]

Hey guys I have a 2017 that has a misfire or no fire in the #4 cylinder. It was ticking. After changing out plugs, wires, and coil packs. I was told I need a motor. I’ve heard it could be a broken lifter spring. It has 95,560mi. Drive train warrenty expires 😢 Do you have any suggestions

[@abdulamiri9384]

Hey brother thank you so much for your great video and I got a 2015 Cadillac Escalade the engine has a rattling noise very small noise it seems to be connecting rod or lifters but I remove the passenger side valve cover then I start the engine all the rocker arm moving the same but the noise coming from the passenger side can you give me Direction ? thank you

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Most likely is a lifter go ahead and remove the other side and check.when they tick like that is very hard to determine which side it’s coming from.try changing your engine oil. Good luck And keep me posted

[@abdulamiri9384]

Okay thank you

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

My pleasure

[@carloss2542]

I have a 2015 escalade. I believe it is my lifter making a whiny noise. How long does it take to check that out? I already know the dealership will beat my head in.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

About a day are you in the Atlanta area

[@carloss2542]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor I'm actually in Pittsburgh area. I wish I was near you.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@carloss2542 me too buddy.a lifter would normally make a ticking noise you may have another issue

[@donaldwilson6280]

I have a 2000 fitting Cadillac Escalade Tapping noise from the engine took it to Cadillac they say nothing'strong with it It get worse when it warms up You said there was a A class action lawsuit I'd like to get more information about that if you can

[@jhoncamacho8819]

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[@junomonroy9253]

That technique keeps a man married UNC lol

[@m.o.emoney7954]

Hi Alex I’m a new subscriber my 2015 Escalade has the same exact issue 😢 unfortunately I just want to know what’s a reasonable cost or what would a lifters only replacement job on this truck cost? Thank you

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

About $4500 last I remember, depends on if the cylinders were scoured

[@Annette-pp4wk]

Alex I don’t trust people to work on my truck it’s just making a chirping noise had belt and tentiknnpulky replaced but still making chirping but not when rpm’s goes up I don’t know 2015 Escalade 96000 I service faithfully but I need real mechanic Let me know when I can bring it Thanks

[@MizzCherry214]

Great vid ⭐

[@AyadAtiq]

Hi Alex my Cadillac was running great. I made a left turn and check engine came on flashing. It wasn't raining or anything. I plugged in and it's showing random/multiple misfire P0300. Car is shaking bad. It went from smooth to shaking out if nowhere. I changed plugs and wires. No difference. Any ideas please?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there what year is your truck

[@artasap4212]

Good teaching experience. Thanks

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You are welcome

[@kbikerider8474]

DOD Displacement on demand, AFM active fuel management

[@angelcantu2850]

My 2012 Escalade makes a tapping noise when I start it but after it warms up it goes away. Is this the same issue?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It’s a possibility are you using the recommended oil and what is the mileage on your truck

[@angelcantu2850]

144k and I take it to a place for oil changes and use the high mileage oil

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@angelcantu2850 that’s the wrong oil they should be using a high quality full synthetic oil

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@angelcantu2850 I have a feeling that you may have a bad lifter

[@angelcantu2850]

Thank you for replying. I am taking it to get checked tomorrow. I appreciate it.

[@Tropikaybay]

0W20 is a thinner oil than 5w30 you would think the thinner oil would cause less lubrication Should all GM 6.2 use the new 0W20 or stay with the 5W30 it came with

[@mgmlimo-service943]

My escalade only has a light tick after it is running for over a hour. If I drive it down the highway it gets worst and if I let it idle after the road trip it goes away. Would that be the same problem or is it related to the ( low oil psi..the o ring at the oil pump shrunk as Mrj fmj Mention in his comment

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

What year is the truck

[@none0403]

he might using the wrong oil cus that system works great on 0W20 ?

[@ryanlenz6805]

Can you recommend a good obd2 scsn to that will clear and reset codes such as on this vehicle? I've been looking and don't mind spending the $$ for a good unit. Im a diy guy, but often have uses for a high end scan tool.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Sure thing buddy.I use Autel that was my first Nice scanner and I enjoyed it very much so I trust that brand. I’m sending you 2 links The $130 I’m pretty sure it’s pretty good but not too much experience with that one the $470 was my first Nice Scanner and it took me a long way until it was stolen.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

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[@ryanlenz6805]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor awesome. Do they reset dtc's and sensor issues? I replaced a motor and have dtc's remaining from the old motor... I can clear some, but not all with my current scanner. I have a ni start situation because of it.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes and a lot more if you work on a lot of cars the 400$ is the one you want if its just for yourself then the 130$ will do you fine now if you just want to read and erase codes any 40$ code reader at your local part store will be good

[@jmenterprise3764]

What was the fix on this?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It depends on if the Camshaft got damaged. If not, you just replace the lifters. But if the CAM did get damaged, then you’d need to replace CAM and lifters. See video here : kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWnUio2Dhtd0b5o

[@jmenterprise3764]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor 🍻🥃

[@lanewarriorillridez3739]

I doubt the 7.0 LS7 has it!

[@robertsolberg7666]

I pulled a lifter out with a oil dip stick that was filled to hook the lifter out of the car

[@henrypuckett2574]

Wish i was in your area 😪

[@oldsoul4699]

So should we avoid all escalades?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

The older ones are fine!

[@seantire]

I have a 07 that has a small tick you can only hear at idle. 164k miles. No where even near this sound.

[@BIGJBIGEBIGC]

Did you hear about the new TSB and a new lawsuit about these lifters? Just filed on 12/21

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

No I didn’t can you send me a link it will help many of my customers

[@enriquesantanajr.4537]

More info please

[@alexsanderramos1134]

Would disabling the AFM system essentially get rid of this problem?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

From my research just disabling is just a bandaid to a gun shot wound, you have to completely remove it that’s lifters new cam and plug the oil passages in the valley along with New valley Tray

[@dd2810]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor F IT'S REALLY HELPING TO CLOSE THE V4 OIL CHANNEL SO THAT IT DOESN'T WORK? IT'S JUST THAT A LOT OF FUEL CONSUMPTION WILL BE AS I UNDERSTOOD AND THAT'S IT

[@Annette-pp4wk]

Alex I see you are in Atlanta I’m in Savannah I have a 2015 making a chirping noise I think you are an excellent mechanic can I make appointment I will drive there Or I have an Arbnb big house and you and your sweet family can come here stay a week if you like and work on it here Of course the stay will be free and I will pay you to fix my truck the house rents for 1200 a night but you can stay a whole week Let me know I feel like I get taken advantage of if I take to certain places I think you know what you are doing for sure

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That sounds tempting, as we love Savannah 😁 but the shop is super busy and I’m not able to take any time away. But oh how I wish I could lol 😎

[@Annette-pp4wk]

Ok I’ll come there if I can get appointment and you can come whenever you want it will be open just give me a few weeks notice Everyone needs brake sometimes But do you have any openings

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@Annette-pp4wk call the shop. Shan will get you in, whatever appointment you need 470-435-0015

[@rayolight9744]

Lots of bias people showing the non ability to service or maintain cars there are other people had these cars for life time no problem be careful people we've been racing these cars for years without problem s so go back to favourite car my Ford kept dropping valves and don't buy cheap oils and keep engine flushes idle speed right while running aircon

[@joeydeborahelkins1780]

Where are you located?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Morrow, Ga

[@joeydeborahelkins1780]

I'm gonna call you tomorrow for a quote for this same thing.​@@AlexTheCarDoctor

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@joeydeborahelkins1780 ok I can tell you now you’ll be looking at around $4500 but that is an extremely rough estimate.

[@josemoreno6667]

My son need that kind of help we are broken no money to fixed it if someone can help us to fix the only way I can pay is make payments please somebody help me he need for work and feed his family god bless you guys is ok if you can’t

[@АлексейТоропов-м2и]

К

[@johnfrankz8804]

6.0 engine I am sure

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

6.2

[@andresromero8958]

garrapata ??? eso lo tienen las vacas etc.

[@kbikerider8474]

DOD/AFM is junk. A quick tune by a reputable shop can eliminate ( electronically ) that system. The 4 cyclinders that shut down wont shut down no more. Sounds like a warren Zevon tune. Get rid of the dod electronically and also, replace the torque convertor before it takes out your entire transmission.

[@terrencemorris3983]

That motor expensive

[@ubethejudge69]

good video man. thanks. yah i'v seen some videos where guys run engine with valve covers off to see if they can find offending cylinder. or do the spin over like you did before pulling rockers but like you said we all have our way of doings things. i enjoyed your good attitude doing the job. i saw some lawsuit videos on it. do you know if the lifters going in are a different part #? which shows they may have fixed the issue but then again why are new engines still failing with lifters. i think they need to get rid of this system all together. maybe the govt mandates fuel savings and this system does that

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there I’m glad you enjoyed my video.I don’t know if The part # is different, I never looked that up hopefully someone in the comments can tell us.hopefully they switch up things, this reminds me of Nissan and they CVT transmission failure. Only time will tell if 2022 they finally go back to making great v8 engines that we know they can make

[@ryanlenz6805]

These dod lifter setups are crap and GM knows it. Usually cylinder 7 has the issue, but can be others as well.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I agree they should have stuck to what was working

[@ryanlenz6805]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor I've got a 5.3 sitting here... I'm looking at building it and removing the DoD which of course takes a new cam, programming, and such... can you refer me to a programmer that will complete this operation?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

The programmer I use is hp tuner it’s like 500$ and come with 2 credits

[@TyroneRokoulie-ky8vv]

How do I get in touch with you and were are you located?

[@rayolight9744]

Had a ranger not long ago just clunking down the road switched to the chev haven't had a problem

[@fernandoboschelli2976]

My just went to the shop again warranty paid 15k to replace the lifters and now is in the shop again this time is the valve that make the lifters work so the engine has been rebuilt twice

[@bigd1223]

I think most people lease these then get rid of them when the lease is up. There’s not much thought of longevity from GM with these as a result.

[@joshromero2718]

If you buy afm deactivation module you’ll prevent this from occurring

[@Brian.8272]

would it make sense to turn the AFM off with software?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

U can still have Lifter failure. it’s best not to turn it off and use high-quality oil and plus it saves fuel when it’s working properly. The best way to do it is to remove the entire system completely change out the cam change all the lifters to better quality regular Lifters lifters

[@patd8276]

I am having the same issue with my 2016 Escalade as well🤬🤬🤬... What did you end up finding on this lifter issue? What did you end up replacing if I may ask?

[@YellowRoses10]

Did you solve your issue? I'm hearing a ticking noise when my car is idle or coming to a stop.

[@georgelucas7618]

love your videos. keep up the good work

[@richpetrillo8456]

Just wondering why you didn't pull codes to find the problem cylinder. And was wondering if the cam lobe was wiped out on this one because it was a non afm cylinder.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there and thanks for watching.i think I did pull the code’s on this one and yes the cam lobe was destroyed

[@charlottegriffeth3082]

Hi Alex it's Charlotte again update on my 2013 Escalade I changed the oil and added mobile one full synthetic high mileage some lifter ReStore in it and two days later the knocking and ticking just stopped have you heard of this before??? I would really appreciate your thoughts on this matter thank you!!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there yes I’ve seen this happen before as long as the truck is running smooth you may be good to go.i recommend full synthetic

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That’s kind of rare that happened I so happy for you

[@charlottegriffeth3082]

Thank you for getting back with me, means a lot. you don't think it's possible that it the lifter sit there on that Cam and beat it so much that's just turning freely, without hitting the lifter do you?

[@charlottegriffeth3082]

Thank you again you're awesome for helping people out the way you do! online and if I lived in Georgia I would definitely bring my caddy to you! have a wonderful day and thanks again!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@charlottegriffeth3082 as long as the engine is running smooth you are fine. I don’t think you are in the same position as the guy in my video it started of ticking but he waited too long to bring it back to me the ticking stopped the car was running bad and smoking from tail pipe.every body deserve some help especially with their cars with so many crooks out here this is my way of blessing people and I really enjoy doing it

[@DustinKeating-yk3vq]

You sound like that rapper bizzy bone

[@MrHseanone]

My 2016 in the shop now Kansas City injector 6 cylinder $2500 qoute for whole side

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Why are they replacing all of them on that side they are normally not a problem

[@jameswatson3937]

Very good :] Told my wife I need an electric ratched . i have all old school wrenches and ratchets that would save me a lot of time and effort. lol

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes it will! Those electric ratchet will spoil you!

[@wer170]

Another piece of GM junk. 🤢

[@deez6686]

At what year does gm have a lefter problem cuz I have 2007 Cadillac Escalade 6.2 engine I think it’s the lefter very good video by the way I learn a lot from watching your video keep up the good work n god blessed

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there I think they started that AFM in 06. I’m glad you enjoyed my video I will keep them coming. Thanks for the blessing

[@deez6686]

Do u think the range AFM disable will solve the lefter problem cuz u know it’s really expensive to fix that lefter problem.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@deez6686 not really,all the Cadillacs I have worked on have been regular lifter failure

[@JasonDunton]

Hey man where are you located if I wanted to have you work on my truck?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey buddy my shop is located at 1850 Joy Lake road 30260

[@thomasd7126]

4.3 also

[@gregcressey1791]

Always a good idea to put them back in the position you removed em from as they do wear to each other

[@curtispatton2415]

Traded a 2015 Escalade for a 2018 and had the same problem in both of them the CUE system is garbage also these trucks cost too much money 💴 for the problems they give you I will not buy another Cadillac Escalade I’m done

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It’s a very nice problem

[@curtispatton2415]

😡😡😡 man it suck’s terribly

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@curtispatton2415 yeah that was bad

[@hugosalazar7617]

I’m about to tackle this on my 07 Escalade. It’s doing that same tick/knock only after I get off of the interstate. After some regular driving it goes away. I have to also replace the leaking manifolds, rear main seal, and the oil pump.

[@bigdogroc]

I'm going through both right now on my 07 178k on it

[@JesusVillegas-pw4xq]

guys help going thru this new oil pump and and oil pressure light comes on and lifters start to sound what should I do?thanks

[@hugosalazar7617]

@@JesusVillegas-pw4xq I found out that it was a seal going up to the oil pump that caused the issue. The lifters and everything else were fine. I replaced the oil pump and the oil pick up tube. Apparently there’s 2 o rings that press against each other (one on top of the pick up tube and one on the bottom of the oil pump) I thought to myself that can’t be right but after going to the dealer and asking their techs they confirmed this is how it goes. What was happening was some oil was leaking my and not getting pumped though the engine but was falling back into the pan. I also replaced the VVT solenoid and Camshaft adjustment magnet that goes in front of it. Runs great now

[@stoneyg1413]

im not buyign a GM engine with a DOD engine application. those lifters are different than the other cylinders. Those engines cost too much to replace. once you deactivate the cylinders no oil is lubricating it. which is why the loadn da cam gets ate up, hell no thats that bullshit, and then GM wont cover the shit they designed!! really!!!

[@sproulman1]

Chevy Colorado has v-6 with Afm ..they dont seem to have problem like bigger chevy trucks ..i think lifters are diff than lifters in big chevy trucks .. Not to say it will not happen to Colorados ...

[@esmora98]

Great video and LOVE the way yoy explain it all.I have a 2015 and mine started with that tick back in 2022 I got bad gas and like 1 mile down the high way my baby felt like losing power and felt like it was gonna turn off mileage from 17 down to 9 mpg.And from having a nice smooth gas Caddi went to almost breaking down Diesel Caddi! But sure did do some research and I have read so many people saying their babys knocking😢.But thanks for video learned a lot and you gots yo self a new subscriber.Peace World✌🏻

[@IsaiasMoreno.]

Hey buddy my truck did the same thing last night and check engine light on. But tgis morning i drove it to the shop and the noise went away. What should I do or am i good unless the lifter sticks?

[@marv730]

My 2015 suburban 5.3 also had lifter failure at exactly 96k ,

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Wow man this new GM v8 are something else

[@marv730]

I've got 276k on the dash , I can write a book on this truck. I swapped the motor last year , put a range afm disabler in it , and praying until my factory order on the new 2022 one gets delivered 🙏🏽

[@Mabeylater293]

Does the engine in the Cadillac Escalade v ( supercharged) have the same problems?

[@kbikerider8474]

The 4 deactivated cylinders also get the oil flow cut. That's what takes out the dod lifters. Oil quality is irrelevant. SLow speed driving activates the DOD.

[@dadecounty_eman]

My 2015 Escalade started with the Cylinder 2 lifter and caused the camshaft to break at 111,500 miles

[@henrypuckett2574]

Have the same problem with my escalade. I had it redone once about 600 miles, and it started to tick again😮