Dakota engine backfiring

Tiny
CJ2011
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  • 1995 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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1995 Dodge Dakota Pickup. Backfiring from the manifold and the tailpipe when foot is taken off the gas pedal. Blew out the muffler and y-pipe. What can we fix to correct this before replacing the exhaust system?
Sunday, April 10th, 2011 AT 8:19 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Start by checking out the air injection system-could be the check and diverter valve
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Sunday, April 10th, 2011 AT 8:21 PM
Tiny
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Thank you. We will look into that!
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Sunday, April 10th, 2011 AT 8:53 PM

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