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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1983GRAND PRIX BASE, 5.0 HREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMEGR SYSTEM - DIESELCOMPONENT TESTINGRESPONSE VACUUM REDUCER (RVR)
1983 Pontiac Grand Prix Base, 5.0 H
Response Vacuum Reducer (RVR)
1983 Pontiac Grand Prix Base, 5.0 HSECTION Response Vacuum Reducer (RVR)
- Connect a vacuum gauge to port marked "To VMV/VLV" on V6 engines or to port marked "To TCC Solenoid" on V8 engines. Connect a hand vacuum pump to VRV port.
- Apply 15 in. Hg of vacuum on pump. Vacuum gauge reading should be 12.5 in. Hg on High Altitude V8 engines and 14.25 in. Hg on all other models. If vacuum gauge readings are not as specified, replace RVR.
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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.