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Intake/Exhaust System For Restriction Or Leakage

  1. Refer to appropriate service information and visually and/or physically inspect following conditions;
    • Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and improper connections.
    • Throttle Body Gasket.
    • Gasket between Intake Manifold and Cylinder head.
    • Seals between Intake Manifold and Fuel Injectors.
    • Exhaust system between O2 sensor and the Three way catalyst for air leakage.
    • Air Cleaner filter element for excessive dirt or for any foreign objects.
    • Throttle body inlet for damage or for any foreign objects.
    • Throttle bore and throttle plate for chocking and for any foreign objects.
    • Restricted exhaust system.
  2. Has any problems been found?

    YES 

    NO 

    • Go to "EVAP System Inspection" procedure below.