When do you Know Your vacuum hoses are bad?
This is typically noticed by way of an engine misfire or an inconsistent idle RPM. Typically the Check Engine Light will illuminate when this problem occurs, but it is possible that there could be problems with the sensors which bypass this warning.
How can I check the vacuum hose in my car?
Using a Vacuum Detector Detach the vacuum hose from a system or accessory of your car, such as the hose from your heater or cruise control. Attach your vacuum gauge and start your vehicle’s engine.
Where do the vacuum hoses go in a truck?
When you open the hood it should show a diagram with the vacuum hoses and the various places they go to. On mine it’s the charcoal bed to the canister purge valve then to the throttle body. It wouldn’t be the IAC so no worries there. It mainly depends on what truck it is.
Can a check engine light cause a vacuum hose to fail?
Typically the Check Engine Light will illuminate when this problem occurs, but it is possible that there could be problems with the sensors which bypass this warning. It’s for this reason that the driver is often the best source of noticing problems that are caused by vacuum hoses.
This is typically noticed by way of an engine misfire or an inconsistent idle RPM. Typically the Check Engine Light will illuminate when this problem occurs, but it is possible that there could be problems with the sensors which bypass this warning.
Using a Vacuum Detector Detach the vacuum hose from a system or accessory of your car, such as the hose from your heater or cruise control. Attach your vacuum gauge and start your vehicle’s engine.
When you open the hood it should show a diagram with the vacuum hoses and the various places they go to. On mine it’s the charcoal bed to the canister purge valve then to the throttle body. It wouldn’t be the IAC so no worries there. It mainly depends on what truck it is.
What should I do if my vacuum hose is leaking?
When the vacuum hose is broken or leaking, the sensor notices an increase or drop in pressure and will trigger the Check Engine Light to notify the driver that a problem exists. The best thing to do if the Check Engine Light comes on is to safely arrive to your destination and contact a local ASE certified mechanic.