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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1990CHEVY VAN G20, 6.2 C, 4L60/MD8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC TESTINGDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDUREDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1990 Chevrolet Chevy Van G20, 6.2 C, 4L60/MD8

Diagnostic Procedure

1990 Chevrolet Chevy Van G20, 6.2 C, 4L60/MD8SECTION Diagnostic Procedure
  1. Ensure all engine systems not related to Diesel Electronic Control (DEC) system are operating properly. DO NOT  proceed with testing unless all other non-DEC system related problems have been repaired. This determines whether DEC system and ECM are working properly.
  2. If trouble codes are displayed (other than Code 12), determine if codes are "hard" or "intermittent" trouble codes. A hard code is one which is present when working on vehicle and condition still exists. Hard codes will cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON light to come on.
  3. An intermittent code is one which does not reset itself and is not present while working on vehicle. An intermittent code is often caused by loose connections. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light will go out 10 seconds after fault goes away.
Fig 1: Typical Diesel Fuel Injection Diagnostic Circuit Schematic
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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.