08 Avalanche is smoking white, had assisted fuel management problem, then valve stuck, now white smoke. What do I do?

Asked by localcutie Feb 04, 2017 at 09:27 PM about the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 1LT Crew Cab 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My 08 Avalanche had a problem with the assisted fuel management. I had the
lifters replaced. Then a valve stuck, Had that fixed, now my truck is smoking
white. I am a girl so I think I know it all about my truck, but what i was wanting
to know what are my options for the repair. Can it be repaired or should buy a
new crate motor (without assisted fuel mgmt) Help what should I do

4 Answers

F_O_R answered 7 years ago

Yes it can be repaired so have the problem diagnosed before spending thousands of dollars for a new engine. How many miles on the engine?

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localcutie answered 7 years ago

I have 150000 miles on the truck. Mostly highway, I do drive alot but i have done the regular oil changes etc. I took care of my truck

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F_O_R answered 7 years ago

If you elect to install a new engine remember that the rest of the truck has 150,000 miles on it.

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