FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Component Tests and General Diagnostics

MANIFOLD VACUUM CHECK





1. Before inspection, set the vehicle in the following condition
- Engine coolant temperature: 80 - 95° C (176 - 203° F)
- Lights and all accessories: OFF
- Transaxle: Neutral (P range on vehicles with A/T)
2. Connect a tachometer.
3. Attach a tee-fitting union to the vacuum hose between the fuel pressure regulator and the intake manifold plenum, and connect a vacuum gauge.
4. Start the engine and check that idle speed is within specification. Then check the vacuum gauge reading.
Idle speed: 700 ± 100 r/min
Minimum limit: 60 kPa (18 inch Hg)