1999 GMC Sierra

192,678 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DARRYLBENALLY
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My 1999 GMC sierra has a low idle and then shuts off after 5 to 15 mins when i press gas pedal it has a backfire sound in the engine and air comes out from airbox. i change spark plugs and wires and fuel filter can you please help me? Engine is 5.3L vortec V8
Aug 19, 2009 at 10:48 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Try cleaning out the MAF sensor and also check the TPS and MAP sensors to include the EGR valve.
Aug 19, 2009 at 11:16 AM
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