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1999 Ford F-150 Repair Question


Topics covered: Backfire, Check engine light, Engine.
Mileage: 170 miles.

Asked on February 1, 2012

My truck has v8 4.6 it seams to hesitate and backfires when I accelerate

Iit backfires it loops,backfires
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Answer

Replied on February 1, 2012

If the check engine light has come on, have the computer scanned for trouble codes. Also, check for vacuum leaks. Finally, check the idle air control valve for proper operation.

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