AFM Question

[SilvyakaSylvia]

From my understanding, the 5.3's with the six-speed transmissions still had AFM. My 2019 Custom Trail Boss definitely had AFM. But I think the 5.3 with the 10-speed, and all 6.2's, have DFM.

I'm pretty sure this is true as the engines without cylinder deactivation due to shortage were the AFM 5.3s, not the 5.3 10 speed combo, which all have DFM.

 

[6.2BossLBeast]

I have the Pulsar LT installed on my 2021 6.2 LT TB along with the CAI Cold Air Intake and Borla S-Type Cat Back. Love it. Was a little confusing at first with settings, but after watching some YouTube videos on adjusting the settings, I got the hang of it.

 

[L39 Albatross]

You guys have made me do some research. I've been telling everyone my 2021 TB with 6.2 has AFM. The owners manual even has a page in it for AFM. Coincidentally, it also has a page for DFM. So I pulled out my window sticker and lo and behold, it clearly says Dynamic Fuel Management. As we all know, GM was sued over lifter failure. When lifters fail, we hear stories of only one bank of the engine being replaced, not both sides. This has led to issues later with the other bank on many engines. Before I took delivery of my truck, the dealer called me and told me GM REQUIRED them to replace ALL of my lifters before I took delivery. Further discussions and research has led me to discover whether all or one side is replaced is due to mileage. My truck had 27 miles so all were replaced.

I still heard all the horror stories. So I bought and installed the Pulsar LT to shut off DFM and auto stop/start. I have not had a single issue with my truck. In fact, I beat the snot out of my truck regularly. Wide open throttle is my normal way to drive. I've towed semi trucks while spinning all 4 tires (video posted before). Even though I beat on it, I'm fastidious about my maintenance. So I also have an oil catch can, CAI cold air kit, AWE exhaust and check/change fluids more often than recommend. I now have 23,000 problem free miles. Bottom line is this; use Mobile 1 synthetic oil and change it every 5000 miles (with filter) whether it needs it or not and you will see 200k miles on these engines (that includes the 5.3) without any major issues. Take care of your engine and it will take car of you. I'll post the link to my TB pulling a loaded semi out of the mud if it's requested.

 

[Gangly]

From my understanding, the 5.3's with the six-speed transmissions still had AFM. My 2019 Custom Trail Boss definitely had AFM. But I think the 5.3 with the 10-speed, and all 6.2's, have DFM.

Correct. The 5.3 with the 6 speed is the L82 engine that had AFM, while all other 5.3 engine and transmission combinations were L84's with DFM. I believe the 5.3 with the 6 speed was only available for a short while in the first couple years of production. That being said, the L82 and L84 are nearly identical other than the AFM/DFM differences.

 

[ShayStarnes1969]

I am going to order a Pulsar LT this weekend. Once installed do I need to remove it before I take it to the dealership for service each time?

 

[clstark7]

I am going to order a Pulsar LT this weekend. Once installed do I need to remove it before I take it to the dealership for service each time?

The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a manufacturer cannot deny coverage for an issue at hand unless they can prove that the issue is a direct result of the aftermarket part.

However, since they are easily removable, I would just avoid the heartache and restore your vehicle to stock settings and remove the device before bringing it in. Save yourself the potential argument with the dealership.

 

[Scottnweeze]

I'm pretty sure this is true as the engines without cylinder deactivation due to shortage were the AFM 5.3s, not the 5.3 10 speed combo, which all have DFM.

Not accurate. Many refreshed 22's with 5.3 and 10 speed tranny were built without active DFM due to the chip shortage. I have one of them... it's actually part of the reason I did a last minute switch from the 6.2. That and the premium gas prices!

 

[scotman623]

I don’t remove my pulsar before going to the dealer for work, that have not said anything about it.. The Pulsar will definitely make your truck fail the state inspection if you have one? I just unhook mine and put back to normal 1x a year to pass NY State inspection… They plug into the obx here to pass … Very easy to do… And I live in the mountains of NY, not the city and they are still strict about inspections..

 

[GJA]

Been thinking about ordering the Pulsar. Live in NH, so yearly inspection here. When you say restore to factory, is this just unplugging the Pulsar or do I go into the menu, restore settings and then unplug?

 

[scotman623]

Just unplug it for inspection and then plug it back in after done.. It will go back to oem specs unplugged and return to the aftermarket specs when you plug the Pulsar back in.. Annoying, but very easy.

 

[Lawsonj58]

I was lucky to find a 21’ TB Custom without the AFM chip.

 

[Keller]

I was lucky to find a 21’ TB Custom without the AFM chip.

How do you know you don't have the chip?

 

[Lawsonj58]

How do you know you don't have the chip?

My sticker says non AFM.

 

[Lawsonj58]

Gives you back a credit for not having it.

 

[clstark7]

Gives you back a credit for not having it.

Interesting. I would pay to not have it lol.