1990 Chevrolet Lumina Would Make 3 1 V6 Engine Low On Vacum

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What would make the 3.1 v6 engine be low on vacum
Mar 2, 2013 at 12:10 PM
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vacuum leak, timing retarded or internal engine issue

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Mar 2, 2013 at 12:11 PM
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How is the car performing? Does it idle rough? Stall? Do your brakes feel normal or is the pedal harder than usual? This could indicate a vacuum leak in the vacuum line going to the brake booster.
Besure to check the PCV hose for cracks or leaks (follow it from one end to the other as well as any vacuum line which attaches to the same vacuum source as the PCV).
There could be other sources of a vacuum leak as well so check all vacuum lines (large and small).
Mar 2, 2013 at 12:36 PM
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