FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Tracer L4-110 1.8L DOHC
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Repair and Diagnosis
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Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
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Diagnostic Routines
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M - Backfires
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M4 - Check Basic Engine
M4 - Check Basic Engine
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Check the engine compression.
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Check camshaft, valve train, and timing belt condition.
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Is the basic engine OK?
YES --
Go to M5.
M5 - Check Exhaust System
NO --
Service as necessary.