So I have an 09 Silverado Hybrid with Alum 6.0l LSM Engine. I'm wondering if I disable the DOD using HP Tuners, would the VLOM plug still be required? So my question is really this. If you disable the DOD in the ECU, then what is the purpose of the plug after that? Could I just disable the DOD in the ECU as "Preventive Maintenance"to keep the issue from ever occurring? Truth be told, mine already has the lifter issue, and hopefully I can get it to release, but with this truck being a hybrid, getting access to ANYTHING on the passengers side is a nightmare. There's NO room at all. Even getting the spark plug wires off the coil packs is a complete bitch. I just want to get it running again, ensure the issue don't come back, and sell it. I don't have A lot of time, and don't fully understand why the plug needs to be there if DOD is turned off???
Thanks
James
Its back together and running great with a Set of Mellings brand lifters. IDK about disabling the DOD yet, as I don't feel like doing anymore with it today. Maybe tomorrow.