FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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System Inspection





Air Leakage Inspection

1. Visually/physically inspect the air leakage in intake/exhaust system as following items,
- Check for throttle Plate being held open with excessive carbon deposits.
- Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and improper connections.
- Throttle body gasket.
- Positive crankcase ventilation valve for improper installation, damaged o-rings and malfunctioning.
- Gasket between intake manifold and cylinder head.
- Seals between intake manifold and fuel injectors.
- Exhaust system between HO2S and Three way catalyst for air leakage.
2. Was a problem found in any of the above areas?