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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1989STEP VAN P30, 4.8 T, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMAIR INJECTION SYSTEMCOMPONENT TESTINGAIR CONTROL VALVE
1989 Chevrolet Step Van P30, 4.8 T, Standard
Air Control Valve
1989 Chevrolet Step Van P30, 4.8 T, StandardSECTION Air Control Valve
- Ensure air pump operates properly. Disconnect electrical connector at solenoid valve. Turn ignition on and check for 12 volts at connector. If voltage is not within specifications, check for open and repair as necessary.
- Start engine. Air should go to air cleaner or silencer. Connect solenoid electrical connector. Air should go to exhaust manifold. Check manifold vacuum signal at valve with engine idling. Vacuum should be 10 in. Hg (34 kPa). During decel and high vacuum signal, air should go to air cleaner and silencer. Replace valve if operation is incorrect.
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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.