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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 322 (ENGINE CONTROLS SELF-DIAGNOSTICS)DRIVE CYCLESINSPECTION/MAINTENANCE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM SET PROCEDURECONDITIONS FOR RUNNING
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Conditions for Running

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Conditions for Running
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Non Scan Tool Service Bay Test

  • The barometric pressure is more than 75 kPa.
  • The fuel level is between 1/4 and 3/4.
  • The battery voltage is between 10-18 volts.
  • The test will initiate only after a cold start. The control module considers the engine to be cold if the following conditions are met:
    1. The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is between 39-86°F (3.8-30.0°C).
    2. The Intake Air Temperature (IAT) is between 39-86°F (3.8-30.0°C).
    3. The difference between the ECT and the IAT is less than 14°F (8°C).

Scan Tool Service Bay Test

  • The Barometric (BARO) pressure is more than 75 kPa.
  • The ECT is less than 176°F (80°C).
  • The fuel level is between 1/4 and 3/4.
  • The battery voltage is between 10-18 volts.
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