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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987STEP VAN P20, 7.4 W, AUTOMATIC, 400/M40REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 27 (ENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC TESTING - 6.5L DIESEL)DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT CHECKDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDUREPRELIMINARY INSPECTION
1987 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 7.4 W, Automatic, 400/M40
Preliminary Inspection
1987 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 7.4 W, Automatic, 400/M40SECTION Preliminary Inspection
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- Check all vacuum hoses for incorrect routing, restrictions, cuts and other damage. Inspect hoses beneath air cleaner assembly and other engine components.
- Inspect all wires in engine compartment for correct and good connections. Also check wires for pinched or chaffed spots, as well as contact with sharp edges or exhaust manifolds. See Figure or Figure .
- Perform preliminary inspection carefully and thoroughly. A thorough inspection can often identify cause of problem without further diagnosis.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.