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Condition

Action

Engine not performing efficiently

    • Plugged or restricted injectors
    • High altitude conditions
    • Dirty air filters
    • Incorrect fuel/valve timing
    • Throttle linkage broken or not adjusted correctly
    • Electronic engine controls condition

Refer to the Engine section of this manual.

The following specific sections should be helpful in defining the condition:

    • Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle .
    • Refer to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 6.6L (LLY).
    • Refer to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical for the 8.1L.

Stall speeds of 33% of normal implies freewheeling stator

Replace the converter assembly. Refer to Torque Converter Replacement .

Engine smoke controls

Compare lugback vs. static stall speed.

Incorrect torque converter

Install the correct torque converter. Refer to Torque Converter Replacement .