- Always refer to Emission Decal in engine compartment before servicing vehicle. If manual and decal differ, always use decal specifications.
- Do not allow or create a condition of misfire in more than one cylinder for an extended period of time. Damage to converter may occur due to loading converter with unburned air/fuel mixture.
- Always turn ignition off and disconnect negative battery cable BEFORE disconnecting or connecting computer or other electrical components.
- DO NOT drop or shock electrical components such as computer, airflow meter, etc.
- DO NOT use fuel system cleaning compounds that are not recommended by the manufacturer. Damage to gaskets, diaphragm materials and catalytic converter may result.
- Before performing a compression test or cranking engine using a remote starter switch, disconnect coil wire from distributor and secure it to a good engine ground, or disable ignition.
- Before disconnecting any fuel system component, ensure fuel system pressure is released.
- Use a shop towel to absorb any spilled fuel to prevent fire.
- DO NOT create sparks or have an open flame near battery.
- If any fuel system components such as hoses or clamps are replaced, ensure they are replaced with components designed for fuel system use.
- Always reassemble throttle body components with new gaskets, "O" rings and seals.
- If equipped with an inertia switch, DO NOT reset switch until fuel system has been inspected for leaks.
- Wear safety goggles when drilling or grinding.
- Wear proper clothing which protects against chemicals and other hazards.
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Contents
Section: Engine Performance- Engine Performance Diagnostic Routine Outline - General Information
- Engine Performance Safety Precautions
- Parasitic Load Explanation & Test Procedures - General Information
- Waveforms - Injector Pattern Tutorial - General Information
- Electrostatic Discharge Warning - General Information
- Emission Control Description & Operation - Diesel
- State Emission Standards - Diesel
- Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions - General Information
- 3.7l Engine - Overhaul
- 4.7l Engine - Overhaul
- 5.9l Engine - Overhaul
- 8.3l Engine - Overhaul - srt-10
- Abbreviations
- Accessory Drive Belts
- Airbag
- Anti-Lock/traction Control
- Automatic Trans
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Axle Shafts
- Basic Trouble Shooting
- Blowers, Superchargers & Turbochargers
- Body Structure
- Body, Cab Control Systems
- Brakes
- Charging System
- Check Lists
- Clutches Manual & Hydraulic
- Communication Devices
- Connector Pin-Outs
- Cooling Fan
- Cooling System (mechanical)
- Cruise Control Systems
- Diagnostic Connector Locations
- Disc Brakes
- Door Locks & Anti-Theft Systems
- Drive Cycles
- Drive Shaft
- Driveline/axles
- DTC Index
- Electrical Component Locations
- Emission Applications
- Engine
- Engine Cooling System - Removal & Installtion
- Engine Performance
- Entertainment Systems
- Exterior Body Panels
- Exterior Lights
- Exterior/interior Trim
- Frames & Bumpers
- Front Axle - 9 1/4 Aa
- Front Axle - c205f
- Fuel Delivery - Gas Engine
- Fuel Injection - Gas Engine
- Fuel System
- Fuses & Circuit Breakers
- Gauges & Instrument Panels
- General Servicing - All Makes
- Heated Glass/defoggers
- Heater
- Horns
- Identification
- Ignition Control
- Interior/illumination Lights
- Manual HVAC System
- MAP Guidelines
- Mechanical
- Metric Conversions
- Mirrors
- Mode 6
- Overhaul - 45 rfe/545rfe Automatic Transmission
- Overhaul - 48re Automatic Transmission
- Overhaul - nv241 Genii Transfer Case
- Overhaul - nv243 Transfer Case
- Overhaul - nv244 Genii Transfer Case
- Overhaul - nv271 Transfer Case
- Overhaul - nv273 Transfer Case
- Overhaul - nv3500 Manual Transmission
- Overhaul - nv4500 Manual Transmission
- Overhaul - nv5600 Manual Transmission
- Overhaul - t56 Manual Transmission
- Power Steering System
- Rear Axle - 10 1/2 Aa
- Rear Axle - 11 1/2 Aa
- Rear Axle - 248rbi
- Rear Axle - 9 1/4
- Reset Procedures
- Restraints
- Seats
- Specifications
- Starter
- Steering
- Steering Column
- Suspension Front
- Suspension Rear
- Testing & Diagnostics
- Theory & Operation
- Transmission
- Warning System
- Wheel & Tire System
- Wheel Alignment
- Windows
- Wiper/washer Systems