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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1987ECONOLINE E350, VAN DISPLAY EXTENDED, 6.9 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISFUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - 6.9L DIESELTROUBLE SHOOTINGENGINE KNOCKS
1987 Ford Econoline E350, Van Display Extended, 6.9 1
Engine Knocks
1987 Ford Econoline E350, Van Display Extended, 6.9 1SECTION Engine Knocks
- Check engine front drive components for proper operation. If okay, go to next step. If not okay, service or replace as necessary.
- Verify that engine is not overheating. If not overheating, go to next step. If engine overheats, service cooling system.
- Loosen each injector line nut (one at a time) while engine is running. If engine knock is isolated to specific cylinder(s), go to next step. If engine knock is not isolated, go to ENGINE PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSIS .
- Check injection nozzle fuel line(s) for kinks or restrictions and test injectors. See INJECTORS TEST . If line(s) and injector(s) are okay, go to ENGINE PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSIS . If not okay, replace line(s) and/or clean or replace injector(s).
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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.