Inspection/Test
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DEFINITION: Engine runs unevenly at idle. If severe, the engine or vehicle may
shake. Engine idle speed may vary in RPM. Either condition may be severe enough to
stall the engine.
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Preliminary
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Sensor/System
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• | Test the throttle body, and throttle position (TP) sensor for proper operation
and damage. |
• | Inspect the knock system (KS) for excessive spark retard. |
• | Inspect for dirty or damaged air cleaner element. |
• | Inspect for collapsed or damage intake air ducting. |
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Fuel System
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• | Test the fuel injectors and related wiring. Refer to the following: |
• | Inspect the minimum idle speed. |
Inspect the following that may cause the engine to run rich:
Notice: Refer to Heated Oxygen and Oxygen Sensor Notice in the Preface section. • | Any water intrusion in the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) connector |
• | Engine oil contaminated by fuel |
• | An evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge condition |
• | A leaking fuel pressure regulator |
• | Inaccurate mass air flow (MAF) sensor |
• | Blockage on the inlet screen of the MAF sensor |
• | Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and proper connections |
• | The air intake duct for being collapsed or restricted |
Inspect the following that may cause the engine to run lean:
Notice: Refer to Heated Oxygen and Oxygen Sensor Notice in the Preface section. • | Any water intrusion into the HO2S connector |
• | An exhaust leak between the HO2S and the engine--Refer to
Exhaust Leakage
in Engine Exhaust. |
• | An inaccurate MAF sensor |
• | Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and proper connections |
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Ignition System
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• | Inspect the ignition control (IC) circuits for proper connections at each
ignition module assembly. |
• | Test for proper ignition voltage output using the J 26792
spark tester. |
• | Inspect the ignition coils for cracks, or damage. |
• | Inspect for a missing or damaged ignition module assembly grounding spring. |
• | Inspect for misaligned, or damaged spark plug boots. |
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Engine Mechanical
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• | Inspect for the following: |
- | Sticking or leaking valves |
- | Excessive oil in the combustion chamber-leaking valve seals |
• | Inspect for incorrect basic engine parts. Inspect the following: |
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Additional
| Inspect the exhaust system for possible restrictions. Refer to
Restricted Exhaust
in Engine Exhaust.
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