GM Ly2 Engine

The 4.8-liter V8 GM LY2 or Vortec 4800 engine was produced by the company from 2006 to 2017 and installed in Tahoe and Yukon SUVs, Silverado pickups, as well as Express and Savana minibuses. In 2009, this engine received a gas distribution phase change system and is designated as L20. The Vortec IV engine lineup also includes the units: LY5, LFA, and L92.

Technical specifications of the GM LY2 4.8-liter engine.

Exact capacity4806 cm³
Power systemdistributed injection
Engine power260 - 305 HP
Torque400 - 415 nm
Engine blockcast iron V8
Block headaluminium 16v
Cylinder diameter96 mm
Piston stroke.83 mm
Compression ratio9.1
Engine featuresOHV
Hydraulic compensator. tak
Timing drivechain
Timing phase adjusterfrom 2009 year
Turbochargingthere is no
What oils to use5.7 liters 5W-30
Fuel type92
Environmental classEURO 3/4
Approximate life expectancy400 000 HP

Fuel consumption GM Ly2 Engine

On the example of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe with an automatic transmission:
City13.9 litry
Route9.0 litry
Mixed11.9 litry

Engine Overview and Common Failures

Monitor the condition of the radiator and water pump, there are many problems caused by overheating. The use of cheap oil often leads to wear of the camshaft bearings. The throttle quickly gets dirty from poor quality fuel, causing the fuel pump to fail. Ignition coil cracking often leads to engine misfire. Additionally, the bolts of the exhaust manifold are frequently loosened and its cover comes off.

Engine Gm Ly2

Chevrolet
Express 2 (GMT610)2006 - 2017
Silverado 2 (GMT901)2006 - 2013
Tahoe 3 (GMT921)2006 - 2009
GMC
Savana 2 (GMT610)2006 - 2017
Sierra 3 (GMT902)2006 - 2013
Yukon 3 (GMT922)2006 - 2009

Engines from the same line as GM Ly2 Engine

See Also

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