Backfires, will not stay running?

1994 ISUZU RODEO
200 MILES • 4.7L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MATTHEW TIBBETT
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Acting like it's out of timing backfires won't stay running seems to fight a compression stroke.
Feb 17, 2023 at 9:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Have you checked for diagnostic trouble codes? This vehicle has an OBD1 system that doesn't require a scanner to get codes.

Here is a link showing how to retrieve codes:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/odb1-isuzu-1985-1994-cars-and-trucks-code-retrieval-procedure-and-definition

Now, the engine should be a 3.2L if it is a V6. So, please confirm the engine size for me.

Do me a favor, there are several things that can cause an engine to backfire. Take a look at this link and see if anything helps:

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

Also, if you feel it could be a timing issue, record it cranking and upload it for me to hear.

I'll watch for your reply.

Joe
Feb 18, 2023 at 1:07 PM
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