Checks
| Action
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DEFINITION: The
engine delivers less than expected power. There is little or no increase in
speed when partially applying the accelerator pedal.
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Preliminary Checks
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| | Important:: Do not compare the power output of the vehicle while operating on CNG
to the vehicle operating on gasoline. Both fuels have different drive feel
characteristics.
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| • | Verify the customers concern by comparing the power output of a similarly
equipped known good vehicle to the suspect vehicle. |
| • | Inspect the air filter for proper type and for dirt or restriction. |
| • | Test the transmission for proper shift pattern and downshift operation. |
| • | Inspect the gasoline Control Module (VCM/PCM or ECM) for the correct
Bi-fuel calibration. Program the gasoline Control Module if necessary. |
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Fuel System Checks
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Ignition System Checks
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| | Important:: A higher secondary ignition voltage is required to operate the vehicle
on CNG than on gasoline. A vehicle that operates normally on gasoline
does not indicate a fully functional ignition system.
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| • | Test for proper secondary ignition system voltage output using ONLY
the J 26792
Spark Tester. |
| | Important:: More timing advance is required to operate the vehicle on CNG than on
gasoline. A vehicle that operates normally on gasoline does not indicate
a fully functional knock sensor / timing system.
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| • | Test for proper operation of the Knock Sensor system. |
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Exhaust System Checks
| Inspect the exhaust system for a possible restriction.
Restrictions can include the following conditions:
| • | A failed catalytic converter |
| • | Damaged or collapsed pipes |
| • | An internally failed muffler - may show signs of heat distress |
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Engine Mechanical Checks
| Test for proper engine operation by checking for the following
items:
| • | Correct engine compression |
| • | Correct engine valve timing |
| • | A worn or incorrect camshaft |
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Additional Checks
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| • | Test for proper A/C compressor clutch operation. An A/C clutch
that is engaged all the time may cause this symptom. |
| • | Test for proper transmission torque converter clutch (TCC) operation,
if equipped. |
| • | Test for proper generator operation. |
| • | Inspect for proper operation of the accelerator pedal. A stretched
accelerator cable may cause this symptom. |
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