car still backfires through intake?

1996 CHEVROLET BERETTA
140,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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AKAUTO REPAIR
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First of all I changed the wires and plugs,car still backfires through intake. I'm wondering what the problem maybe? Can you get back to me soon.
Dec 13, 2007 at 3:06 PM
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BLACKOP555
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check your ignition timing and your exhaust system to make sure it is not plugged
Mar 21, 2008 at 5:32 PM
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To me it sounds like the camshaft is flat on one of its lobes, I would remove the valve covers and disable the fuel pump. Then crank the engine over while watching the valve train, look fo the rocker that is moving very little, here is a gide that can help as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-backfires-while-running

Please go over this guide and get back to us.


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