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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 20 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/O CODES - 5.7L)SYMPTOMSENGINE BACKFIRESPOSSIBLE CAUSES & CORRECTIONS
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Possible Causes & Corrections

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Possible Causes & Corrections
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  • Ensure EGR valve is not stuck open.
  • Check engine for sticking or leaking valves.
  • Check for proper valve timing.
  • Check for engine vacuum leaks. Ensure engine is tuned to specifications.
  • Using Spark Tester (J-26792), check available output voltage of ignition coil.
  • Check for crossfire between spark plugs, distributor cap and spark plug wires.
  • Check for an intermittent ignition system problem.
  • Check for erratic spark timing or distributor reference (RPM) signal.
  • Ensure initial ignition timing is properly set.
  • Check for fuel or water in vacuum hose to MAP sensor. Also check for restricted hose.
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