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Engine backfiring and the check engine light is blinking and the traction control and stablilitrack warnings are on?

Tiny
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Yes, I checked oil and it didn’t seem to be mixed with coolant and also the white smoke is gone. I didn’t check for the gas smell in oil yet but I will. And yes the pickup tube was flushed also when I put new pump crank and bearings in.
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Monday, May 3rd, 2021 AT 3:13 AM
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If you are losing oil pressure intermittently, that is a big concern. The only thing I can think of is the pump wasn't installed correctly, the pick-up tube isn't sealing, or something is blocking the pick-up tube.

Let me know if you smell fuel in the oil also.

Take care,

Joe
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Monday, May 3rd, 2021 AT 6:15 PM
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The oil does smell like gas. I’m assuming that since the bank one spark plugs was not firing that is let gas into oil? Would an oil and filter change help the low oil pressure? Because I read that when gas gets into oil it messes with the viscosity of it.
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Saturday, May 8th, 2021 AT 9:53 AM
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And would you recommend and engine flush additive before I change oil and filter?
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Saturday, May 8th, 2021 AT 9:54 AM
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Hi,

I have to be honest, it wouldn't hurt to try. And yes, fuel thins the oil. As far as a flush, I don't think it's needed, but that is your call. Gas evaporates. So, once you change it, it should not cause a problem.

Let me know what you find. I'm really interested in knowing.

Take care,

Joe
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Saturday, May 8th, 2021 AT 7:42 PM

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