00-027

UnclassifiedStarting

What This Code Means

Engine difficult to start; Engine idles rough; Excessive engine noise

Possible Causes

  • Air cleaner element
  • Fuel filter
  • Intake manifold gaskets
  • Fuel pump
  • Carburetor
  • Ignition coil
  • Ignition module
  • Fuel supply
  • Spark plugs
  • Carburetor choke
  • Spark plug wires
  • Exhaust system
  • Engine mounting
  • Valve lash
  • Starter to ring gear clearance

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Check air cleaner element
  2. 2Check fuel filter
  3. 3Check intake manifold gaskets
  4. 4Check fuel pump
  5. 5Check carburetor
  6. 6Check ignition coil
  7. 7Check ignition module
  8. 8Perform engine leak down test
  9. 9Check fuel supply
  10. 10Check spark plugs
  11. 11Check carburetor choke
  12. 12Check spark plug wires
  13. 13Check exhaust system
  14. 14Check engine mounting
  15. 15Check valve lash
  16. 16Check starter to ring gear clearance

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