1996 Chevy Silverado poor idle and acceleration, and bad sm

181,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RICK NORMAN
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Truck was running normally. After turning off at a gas station for a brief stop, upon restart the engine had a poor or irradic idle and same when put into gear. When throttle/ acceleraton was applied or attempted engine would hesitate and stumble at any rpm. I changed the inline fuel filter located under drivers seat. but no change, and the check engine light has been on & blinking since the trouble occurred. Also there is a terrible odor coming from the exhaust that smells like sulpher from a burnt match or like burnt gunpowder.The odor usually only occurs when engine is warm or hot. I have read some q's & A's from your forum & suspect this may have something to do with the o sensor (s) please give me some input as to your thoughts. thanx R.N.
Aug 23, 2008 at 8:16 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Scanned the computer for OBD2 code/s also inspect and test the idle air control valve/throttle position sensor and check fuel pressure.
Aug 23, 2008 at 9:49 AM
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