What to check on 2016 LT Tahoe I may buy

[RobH]

I'm looking at a white 2016 LT with the tan interior that has the NHT Max Trailering Package with GU6 3.42 Rear Axle, Integrated Brake Controller, and Z85 suspension. No sunroof, which is a plus for me. 78,000 miles.

Besides trying to make sure all the bells and whistles work, what should I check before buying it?

Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[RST Dana]

I'm looking at a white 2016 LT with the tan interior that has the NHT Max Trailering Package with GU6 3.42 Rear Axle, Integrated Brake Controller, and Z85 suspension. No sunroof, which is a plus for me. 78,000 miles.

Besides trying to make sure all the bells and whistles work, what should I check before buying it?

Thank in advance for any help.

AC condenser, if it hasn’t been replaced, it will fail.

 

[RobH]

How can I check the condenser?

Maybe go to a dealer with the VIN and ask for a listing of service history?

What will it cost if it hasn't been fixed?

 

[sealandsky]

How can I check the condenser?

Maybe go to a dealer with the VIN and ask for a listing of service history?

What will it cost if it hasn't been fixed?

I don't think you can "check" the condenser. It either holds coolant, or it doesn't. If the A/C works well, then the condenser is OK (for the moment).

 

[avalonandl]

Drive it at highway speeds to check for buffeting....and transmission shudder.

 

[RobH]

I don't think you can "check" the condenser. It either holds coolant, or it doesn't. If the A/C works well, then the condenser is OK (for the moment).

Thank you. The AC works. I'll try to get the service records at a Chevy dealership using the VIN.

 

[PG01]

Umm, lemme think....

ok I thunk.....


Everything...

 

[RobH]

Drive it at highway speeds to check for buffeting....and transmission shudder.

Thank you. I've driven it on the freeway with no observed problem. I'll do it again with the windows down about 4 inches.

 

[RobH]

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[RST Dana]

Thank you. The AC works. I'll try to get the service records at a Chevy dealership using the VIN.

Make the dealership aware that you know it can be a known problem. They may replace it BEFORE it cracks.