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Hesitation, Sag, Stumble and/or Backfire on Acceleration (Reprogram PCM)

Subject:Hesitation, Sag, Stumble and/or Backfire on Acceleration (Reprogram PCM)

Models:1999 Chevrolet Corvette
with 5.7 L Engine (VIN G -- RPO LS1)



Condition

Some customers may comment on a hesitation, sag, stumble and/or backfire on acceleration during cool summer days/evenings with ambient temperature below 10°C (50°F).

Cause

Condition may be due to lean calibration with Low Reed Vapor Pressure Fuels (summer grade premium fuel) at lower ambient temperatures, below 10°C (50°F).

Correction

Reprogram the PCM with a new service calibration.

Parts Information

Previous Calibration P/N

New Calibration P/N

16263856

16263683

16263857

16263701

16263858

16263709

16263859

16263710

The calibrations listed are electronic calibrations and are NOT available from GMSPO. Calibrations will be available from Techline on the 1999 Disc 10 CD ROM or the TIS 2000 Disc 12 CD ROM.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Labor Description

Labor Time

J6355

Prom -- Reprogramming On Car

Use published labor operation time