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Unfortunately I was able to test this theory, and the bluetooth VCIM still transmits the emergency airbag deployment to OnStar, regardless if its a new VCIM or if you have a subscription (I did NOT have a subscription) and OnStar piped up within a minute after the collision and patched me through to the local RCMP and fire-rescue as I was attempting to crawl out my back door.

Was actually yesterday but, I tried to drive THROUGH a Dodge Ram (literally). Needless to say it didn't turn out well for either truck. I should prob mention, I had a green light and he made an ill-advised left turn in front of me, which precipitated the aforementioned "drive through" incident when I T-boned him. Sierra's prob written off theres another post about it on here with pics.

Wow that's crap.. On my invoice 8 plugs were itemized along with the other parts, gaskets, etc etc.

Yup the piston/ring job fixed my oil issue. And 8 new spark plugs were included

Over 3,000kms so far and not a drop burned. In fact my service guy called to see how it was going so far! Knock on wood, I think this might be it! Update: 6000kms and still no oil light. Checked level, no oil missing! OLM at 51%.

Over 3,000kms so far and not a drop burned. In fact my service guy called to see how it was going so far! Knock on wood, I think this might be it!

So Day 1 of it being in the shop. I was nervous to say the least, dropping her off for open-heart surgery lol. On the plus side, again this dealership (Murray GM in Abbotsford, BC) has consistently provided amazing service and no hassles. I mean, its not THIER fault that the AFM engines are burning so much oil. They even provided me with a 2011 Silverado to drive for three days while its being fixed! Fingers crossed. After the piston and rings replacement, has anyone had improvements?? I had my pistons and rings replaced just over 5000 miles ago...I burned 1/2 quart at about 4000 miles..then I changed the oil and I haven't used any in the last 1600 miles..I'm not sure if it just took a few thousand miles for the rings to seat or not. All is good for now...In any case the ring and piston change has made a huge improvement.. This is good news. Got my Sierra back from them. Running like a dream so far.

So Day 1 of it being in the shop. I was nervous to say the least, dropping her off for open-heart surgery lol. On the plus side, again this dealership (Murray GM in Abbotsford, BC) has consistently provided amazing service and no hassles. I mean, its not THIER fault that the AFM engines are burning so much oil. They even provided me with a 2011 Silverado to drive for three days while its being fixed! Fingers crossed. After the piston and rings replacement, has anyone had improvements??

Now at 99,656 kms. Since the first step in the warranty repair (the drivers side valve cover replacement at 95,424km) it's going in tomorrow, they're going to drop the oil pan and fix/install something to "fix" this. So here's where we're at: 80,100km Oil change, level now at full. 83,666km Add oil warning 86,470km Oil change 89,192km Add oil warning 91,655km Taken to GM for oil change, and reported problem. Start Oil Consumption Test. 95,424km Add oil warning. GM replaces drivers side rocker cover TSB #10-06-01-008C. 99,656km Add oil warning. GM performs service with 'oil pan deflector' (will have more details once I get the TSB tomorrow when they actually DO the service) Picked up the truck.... there's a new TSB on this. (Yes, again.) 10-06-01-008D which was issued on January 17, 2012. Anyway, this time they dropped the front diff, dropped the oil pan, and installed a "bell housing" thing on top of a tube that sprays oil within the oil pan. Kinda like an umbrella.. the tube points up, and this steel 'umbrella' goes on top, and keeps the oil from spraying up, redirecting it down. He showed me the pictures that were on the TSB, it makes alot more sense than I can describe it. Anyway, they also cleaned all the pistons and rings. So here we go lets see if THIS works. The service at this dealer has been second to none. No hassles, super friendly. Well update so far... 2500km and not a drop of oil lost so far.... knock on wood... UPDATE from this last post. 80,100km Oil change, level now at full. 83,666km Add oil warning 86,470km Oil change 89,192km Add oil warning 91,655km Taken to GM for oil change, and reported problem. Start Oil Consumption Test. 95,424km Add oil warning. GM replaces drivers side rocker cover TSB #10-06-01-008C. 99,656km Add oil warning. GM performs service with 'oil pan deflector' Continues... 103,976 Add oil warning. GM now says will replace pistons and rings.

UPDATE from this last post. Now at 99,656 kms. Since the first step in the warranty repair (the drivers side valve cover replacement at 95,424km) it's going in tomorrow, they're going to drop the oil pan and fix/install something to "fix" this. So here's where we're at: 80,100km Oil change, level now at full. 83,666km Add oil warning 86,470km Oil change 89,192km Add oil warning 91,655km Taken to GM for oil change, and reported problem. Start Oil Consumption Test. 95,424km Add oil warning. GM replaces drivers side rocker cover TSB #10-06-01-008C. 99,656km Add oil warning. GM performs service with 'oil pan deflector' (will have more details once I get the TSB tomorrow when they actually DO the service) And the saga continues..... Picked up the truck.... there's a new TSB on this. (Yes, again.) 10-06-01-008D which was issued on January 17, 2012. Anyway, this time they dropped the front diff, dropped the oil pan, and installed a "bell housing" thing on top of a tube that sprays oil within the oil pan. Kinda like an umbrella.. the tube points up, and this steel 'umbrella' goes on top, and keeps the oil from spraying up, redirecting it down. He showed me the pictures that were on the TSB, it makes alot more sense than I can describe it. Anyway, they also cleaned all the pistons and rings. So here we go lets see if THIS works. The service at this dealer has been second to none. No hassles, super friendly. Well update so far... 2500km and not a drop of oil lost so far.... knock on wood...

Wow... kinda hope I dont end up there... or if I do, its in the next 6 months before my powertrain warr runs out

AND now apparently my images wont work (the pathname has changed) and I can't seem to edit my original post. Sorry!

Then I guess its new pistons and rings for me next (your step 3).

UPDATE from this last post. Now at 99,656 kms. Since the first step in the warranty repair (the drivers side valve cover replacement at 95,424km) it's going in tomorrow, they're going to drop the oil pan and fix/install something to "fix" this. So here's where we're at: 80,100km Oil change, level now at full. 83,666km Add oil warning 86,470km Oil change 89,192km Add oil warning 91,655km Taken to GM for oil change, and reported problem. Start Oil Consumption Test. 95,424km Add oil warning. GM replaces drivers side rocker cover TSB #10-06-01-008C. 99,656km Add oil warning. GM performs service with 'oil pan deflector' (will have more details once I get the TSB tomorrow when they actually DO the service) And the saga continues..... Picked up the truck.... there's a BRAND NEW TSB on this. (Yes, again.) 10-06-01-008D which was issued on January 17, 2012. Anyway, this time they dropped the front diff, dropped the oil pan, and installed a "bell housing" thing on top of a tube that sprays oil within the oil pan. Kinda like an umbrella.. the tube points up, and this steel 'umbrella' goes on top, and keeps the oil from spraying up, redirecting it down. He showed me the pictures that were on the TSB, it makes alot more sense than I can describe it. Anyway, they also cleaned all the pistons and rings. So here we go lets see if THIS works. The service at this dealer has been second to none. No hassles, super friendly.

UPDATE from this last post. Now at 99,656 kms. Since the first step in the warranty repair (the drivers side valve cover replacement at 95,424km) it's going in tomorrow, they're going to drop the oil pan and fix/install something to "fix" this. So here's where we're at: 80,100km Oil change, level now at full. 83,666km Add oil warning 86,470km Oil change 89,192km Add oil warning 91,655km Taken to GM for oil change, and reported problem. Start Oil Consumption Test. 95,424km Add oil warning. GM replaces drivers side rocker cover TSB #10-06-01-008C. 99,656km Add oil warning. GM performs service with 'oil pan deflector' (will have more details once I get the TSB tomorrow when they actually DO the service) And the saga continues..... My latest service says TSB#10-06-01-008C (does anyone HAVE this TSB???)

Its not costing me anything. Might as well try.