1999 Chevy Tahoe miss fire

1999 CHEVROLET TAHOE
136,620 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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TENTALL
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my tahoe lt when on a load it has a distinctive miss but not all times
Jan 17, 2009 at 9:33 AM
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PEAR69
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These engines are famous for your problem. Lets start at the basic problems. Check the spark plugs-plug wires-distributer cap and rotor first--in that order. If you find any of these things defective replace them with A/C Delco parts ONLY! If you find anyother brand of ignition parts replace them. A/C Delco are the only ignition parts that will work properly on your engine. Trust me--been there done that... If your check engine light is on then have the computer scanned and let us know what the code is. Autozone or a place like that will do this for free....
You may or may not find the problem, so be patient and follow a step by step - basic to more complex - trouble shooting process and you will probable find the problem. Realize that this is a common problem with these engines, however the answer is not. Let us know your findings.....
Jan 17, 2009 at 3:22 PM
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