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2002 GMC Yukon Repair Question


Topics covered: Spark, Engine, Fuel filter.
Mileage: 151,000 miles.

Asked on September 28, 2011

What would cause the engine to run rough when idling?

There are times when it sounds and acts like it is going to die. The RPM's drop off and then come back up to normal operating range. Sometimes, it doesn't run rough. I thought it might have been bad spark plugs, so they were changed out. Could it be a bad spark plug wire or dirty fuel injectors?

Thanks,
Allen
Avatar Asked by OffshoreDawg

Answer

Replied on September 28, 2011

Is the "check engine" light on? Are there any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)? If you haven't changed the spark plug wires in a while, it's not a bad idea to put a new set on. When was the last time the fuel filter was changed?

Tiny Answered by Dan_K (expert)
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Replied on September 28, 2011

There aren't any check engine lights on. I will change the spark plug wires and the fuel filter and see what happens.

Thanks

Tiny Response from OffshoreDawg
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Replied on September 29, 2011

Have you been able to resolve this issue OffshoreDawg?

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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Replied on September 29, 2011

Check for vacuum leaks.

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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Replied on September 30, 2011

I am actually at work - offshore. I will check it out when I go home next week.

Tiny Response from OffshoreDawg
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Replied on September 30, 2011

Ok. Let us know.

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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