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Engine Backfires: Sensor/System

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Inspect the following systems for proper operation:

  1. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system. See EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION under EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING - 4.6L DEVILLE & SEVILLE article.
  2. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) system. See appropriate article in ENGINES.
  3. Knock Sensor (KS) system.