
TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont'd)
Problem | Possible cause | Remedy | Page
Excessive oil consumption | Valve stem and guide worn | Check valves | EM-18
| Valve stem seal worn | Check seals | EM-19
Poor gasoline mileage | Fuel leak | Repair as necessary |
| Air cleaner clogged | Check air cleaner |
| Incorrect ignition timing | Reset timing | IG-10
| EFI system problems | Repair as necessary |
| • Injector faulty | |
| • Deceleration fuel cut system faulty | |
| Idle speed too high | Check ISC system | FI-60
| Spark plugs faulty | Inspect plugs | IG-5
| EGR system always on | Check EGR system |
| Low compression | Check compression | EM-6
| Tires improperly inflated | Inflate tires to proper pressure |
| Clutch slips | Troubleshoot clutch |
| Brakes drag | Troubleshoot brakes |
Unpleasant odor | Incorrect idle speed | Check ISC system | FI-60
| Incorrect ignition timing | Reset timing | IG-10
| Vacuum leaks | Repair as necessary |
| • PCV hoses | |
| • EGR valve | |
| • Intake manifold | |
| • Air intake chamber | |
| • Throttle body | |
| EFI system problems | Repair as necessary |