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Dieseling, Run-On Symptom

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Definition: The engine continues to run after key is turned OFF, but runs very rough. If the engine runs smooth, check the ignition switch and the adjustment.

1

Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

  1. Perform a bulletin search.
  2. If you find a bulletin that addresses the symptom, correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.

Did you find a bulletin that addresses the symptom?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 3

3

Perform the careful visual/physical checks as described at the start of the Symptoms section.

Did you perform a visual/physical check?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Important Preliminary Checks

4

  1. Check for any leaking fuel injectors. Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis .
  2. If a problem is present, repair the problem as necessary.

Was a repair necessary?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Review all of the diagnostic procedures within this table.
  2. If all of the procedures have been completed and no malfunctions are present, visually/physically inspect the following items:
  3. • The scan tool data
    • All of the electrical connections within a suspected circuit and/or system.
  4. If a problem is present, repair the problem as necessary.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the vehicle within the conditions under which the original symptom was observed.

Does the system now operate properly?

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System OK

Go to Step 2