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You are quoting data and a post from Blackbear that was from the 2010-2013 Gm trucks and is not relative to the K2xx (2014+) and newer trucks. This is why when people make comments "that doesnt provide any extra power, just costs money and is bling" isnt always accurate. 

BB did a full on test on the K2xx trucks, they tested something like 6 different full on CAI kits and yes even the Airaid MIT tube, each and every one of the CAI systems showed gains. Some of those systems (Airaid and AFE for example) showed gains nearing 20hp to the wheels.

If GM says their CAI needs a reflash, then it needs it. That is the reason they designed it along with having to keep the vehicle in compliance with the EPA and meeting the certification process.GM along with several other manufactures are all seeing the $$$ on the table that people will pay to get more performance from their vehicle, bonus is when it is the manufacture offering it and still allowing the warranty to stay in place.

OP sadly no there isnt any way to tell if the calibration was flashed from any aspect or method you have access to, the flash doesnt require the battery to be disconnected and it wont reset the radio presets as they have a memory feature now built into the infotainment system to retain the presets and the time, the time is even checked and updated from the network as soon as the vehicle gets back online.

You are going to have to take the dealer for their word on this one. Enjoy the extra power, seems GM is now offering almost 15-20 rwhp in gains for the CAI and a catback.
Good info here.

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I got the GM CAI installed this week in my 6.2L and it's a noticeable difference in performance.  It also creates a nice throaty sound.   The tune matters for sure.  It's more fun to hit the pedal on the right now.  

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Had my 2020 6.2 SLT NHT done last week and can’t tell a difference yet.  Also wondering what in the world to do with the huuuuge factory air box!  For now, it’s just a like the first few days when the truck was brand new - mileage is horrible. I know it has to relearn everything. Should get better in a few days. Only have 1700 miles on the truck now. 

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Had my 2020 6.2 SLT NHT done last week and can’t tell a difference yet.  Also wondering what in the world to do with the huuuuge factory air box!  For now, it’s just a like the first few days when the truck was brand new - mileage is horrible. I know it has to relearn everything. Should get better in a few days. Only have 1700 miles on the truck now. 
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Nice ride ! My mileage was pretty horrible for a couple of days and then seemed to settle back to normal.


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Thanks!  I like it. Got it with the cat-back and since I’ve gotten it had the windows smoked, installed the intake and splash guards as well as the lights that go in the lower tailgate step. I’m pretty happy with it. 

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