FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Backfire

BACKFIRE - Definition: Fuel ignites in [1][2]intake manifold or in exhaust system.


Check:
^ Spark Plugs
^ Voltage output of ignition system using spark tester
^ Compression - Look for sticking or leaking valves
^ Valve timing
^ [1][2]Intake manifold for correct vacuum at idle.
^ Fuel pressure