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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 116 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTS 6.5L DIESEL)FUEL SYSTEMINJECTORSOPENING PRESSURE TEST
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Opening Pressure Test
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Opening Pressure Test
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- Open tester shutoff valve 1/4 turn from closed position. Slowly depress tester lever and observe gauge. Note pressure at which needle of pressure gauge stops. Some injector nozzles may pop while other injector nozzles may drip (this is not a leak).
- Injector opening pressure should not fall to less than 1500 psi (105 kg/cm2 ). Replace any injector nozzle where measurement does not meet lowest acceptable pressure. Release tester pressure.
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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.