K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-4.8L VIN V (1999)
Oil Level Warning Indicator: Technical Service Bulletins
PROM - SES or Oil Level Lamp ON, Spark Knock/Exhaust Pop
File In Section: 06 - Engine/Propulsion System
Bulletin No.: 99-06-04-036
Date: September, 1999
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Various Driveability Concerns - SES or Oil Level Lamp Illuminates, Spark Knock, Exhaust Popping (Reprogram PCM)
Models:
1999 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Models (Silverado and Sierra) with 4.8L, 5.3L or 6.0L V8 Engine (VINs V, T, U - RPOs LR4, LM7, LQ4)
Built prior to the illustrated VIN breakpoints.
Condition
Some customers may comment on one or more of the following conditions.
Cause
Calibrations were not optimized for various operating parameters.
Correction
New calibrations have been released to address the conditions listed above.
Perform the existing diagnostic procedures to verify that the DTCs and driveability concerns are not the result of an inoperative component, or a related
wiring or other condition, then reprogram the PCM with the correct calibration listed.
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