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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002EXPRESS 3/4 TON VAN V8-6.5L DSL TURBO VIN FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINETESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSCOMPONENT TESTS
2002 Chevrolet Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F
Component Tests
2002 Chevrolet Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN FSECTION Component Tests
Engine Vacuum Pump Test
^ Tools Required
- J 23951 Valve Manometer
1. Operate the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
2. Disconnect the engine vacuum harness from the vacuum pump inlet pipe.
3. Connect the J 23951, or any standard vacuum gage, to the vacuum pump inlet pipe.
4. Operate the engine at an idle for 30 seconds. If the engine operates for longer than 30 seconds, or if the engine does not operate at an idle, vent the manometer and repeat this step.
5. While operating the engine, observe the manometer reading.
6. If the vacuum pump fails to meet the minimum specifications, replace the vacuum pump and retest.
^ Tools Required
- J 23951 Valve Manometer
1. Operate the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
2. Disconnect the engine vacuum harness from the vacuum pump inlet pipe.
3. Connect the J 23951, or any standard vacuum gage, to the vacuum pump inlet pipe.
4. Operate the engine at an idle for 30 seconds. If the engine operates for longer than 30 seconds, or if the engine does not operate at an idle, vent the manometer and repeat this step.
5. While operating the engine, observe the manometer reading.
6. If the vacuum pump fails to meet the minimum specifications, replace the vacuum pump and retest.
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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.