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1990 Chevrolet Truck Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Engine, Check engine light.
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Asked on April 29, 2008

1990 Chevy Truck Check Engine


I have a 1990, 2500 series chevy truck with a 350. Check engine light came on. Next morning hard to start and runs rough when cold (Its been in the 30-40 in Chicago at night). Truck runs great after it's warm. No trouble starting the remainder of the day. We had a few warmer nights (50s) and it started much better but still not right,

Sound like a sensor to me but if you had to guess what would you try first. I hate to drop 85 bucks on a scan unless neccesary.

Thanks,

Dan
Avatar Asked by DannyG

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Replied on April 29, 2008

I'd try the coolant temperature sensor this is the one that gives fuel enrichment during cold starts before the oxygen sensor takes over. Then the idle air control valve.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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