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Old Jan 12, 2016 | 03:09 PM
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I have lean code readings on my 98 E-350 super duty 275hp engine. What should I do? I know about the PVA (?) hose and the map clean or replace and places to look for vacuum leaks including the water spray to find intake manifold leaks, but I need more hints and tricks.
 
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I have lean code readings on my 98 E-350 super duty 275hp engine. What should I do? I know about the PVA (?) hose and the map clean or replace and places to look for vacuum leaks including the water spray to find intake manifold leaks, but I need more hints and tricks.
List your engine displacement: ie 5.4, 6.8 etc----more helpful than "275hp"

Typically those codes show a lean condtion, most likely the 90* fitting at the back of the throttle body leading from the PCV tubing. They tend to be covered in a thick insulation so when/if that part cracks its nearly impossible to see without digging a bit deeper.

Dorman and probably 100's of other aftermarket outfits sell that part, like this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QUZ568?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_76&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QUZ568?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_76&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

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