5.3L V8 EcoTec3 L84 News

The L84 is a 5.3-liter eight-cylinder gasoline engine produced by General Motors for use in trucks and SUVs. The engine was launched on the 2019 Silverado 1500 and 2019 Sierra 1500 and is part of the second-generation EcoTec3 engine family. This page displays news, pictures, videos, reviews, gossip and more about the GM 5.3L V8 L84 engine.

Little-Known Chevy Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban Trick Disables DFM

DFM is commonly associated with issues in the L84 and L87 V8 engines.

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Range Technology Offers DFM Disabler For Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra, SUVs: Video

Legal in all states except one.

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GM Oshawa Plant Only Builds Chevy Silverado 1500 Units With This Engine

Limited configurations, as well.

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GM 5.3L V8 L84 vs. Ford 5.0L Coyote V8: Which One Is Better?

Full-size pickup showdown.

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MeatEater 2019 Chevy Silverado Heading To Auction In Kansas City: Video

Bring home a unique hunting rig.

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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2

2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Now Shipping To Dealers

No major changes this year.

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Some GMC Sierra And Yukon Units Will Need A 5.3L V8 Engine Misfire Fix

Affecting vehicles in current inventory.

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Strange V8 Engine Sounds Are Normal, Says GM

No repairs required.

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AWE Introduces 0FG Exhaust For 5.3L Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra: Video

A little extra rumble.

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General Motors V8 Engine Valve Lifter Lawsuit Claims Recall Is Needed

This suit was filed in Michigan this month.

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GM Releases Valve Lifter Service Update For V8 Engines

This service bulletin is for 2021 model year full-size trucks and SUVs.

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MBRP Shows Off Cat-Back Quad-Exit Exhaust For Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra: Video

It even features four-inch carbon fiber tips.

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Does GM’s New High-Output 2.7L Turbo Engine Make The 5.3L V8 Irrelevant?

Now with 420 pound-feet of torque.

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Refreshed 2022 Silverado Engine Lineup: Complete Details

Including availability, power, torque, towing, and a whole lot more.

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GM Experiencing An Increasing Amount Of V8 Engine Valve Lifter Issues

The 5.3L L84 and 6.2L V8 L87 seem to be affected.

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Listen To The 2021 Chevy Tahoe Cold Start And Rev: Video

Come and get your glorious burbles here.

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Here Are The 2021 Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Models That Will Keep AFM/DFM

Only certain configurations offer the fuel-saving tech.

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GM To Offer $50 Credit On Chevy Silverado And GMC Sierra Without AFM/DFM

Omission of fuel saving tech expected through the end of the 2021 MY.

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Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Drop Fuel Management Due To Chip Shortage

Production continues without AFM/DFM.

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2021 Chevy Tahoe Z71 Hits The Sand Dunes: Live Photo Gallery

A close look at the Tahoe with the greatest off-road potential in one of its most natural habitats.

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2021 GMC Sierra 5.3L V8 And 10-Speed Automatic Combo Axed From SLE And Elevation Trims

These trim levels now pair the 5.3L L84 V8 with the eight-speed automatic only.

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2021 GMC Sierra 1500 With 5.3L V8 L84 Engine Gets Two Transmission Choices

Would you like eight speeds with your truck, or ten?

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Relive The 2021 GMC Yukon Reveal: Video

The SUV made a stunning first appearance during a Colorado winter.

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2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Gets Transmission Downgrade: Exclusive

Certain models swap the ten-speed for the eight-speed.

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What Is The Chevrolet Silverado XFE Fuel Economy Package?

Extra mpg on the highway and combined.

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Drag Racing The Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss Against The LTZ Z71: Video

It’s the 8-speed versus the 10-speed!

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