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1994 Chevrolet Silverado Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Fuel pressure, Spark.
Mileage: 147,000 miles.

Asked on December 21, 2011

Why does my truck keep dying?

Once the truck warms up, it runs fine until I stop at light and then it starts missing,cutting out and then dies.
Avatar Asked by maurer0418

Answer

Replied on December 21, 2011

Start by cleaning the IACV, EGR and PCV valves and test the TPS and MAP sensors-to include a fuel pressure check

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on December 21, 2011

fuel pressure tested at 9 1/2

Tiny Response from maurer0418
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Replied on December 21, 2011

Is this monitored static fuel pressure-possibly the IACV, EGR valve and TPS/MAP sensors

http://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

1.Defective spark plugs

2.Inadequate spark/coil,defective spark plug wire.

3.Lack of compression

4.False air leakage.

5.Faulty fuel injectors.

6.Insufficient fuel pressure.

7.Contaminated fuel.

8.EGR valve that is leaking.

9.Oxygen sensors.

10.Throttle position sensor.

11.Manifold absolute pressure sensor

12.Mass Airflow Sensor

13.Idle air control valve

Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it-

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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