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Engine Pinging
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Why does my engine knock / make a pinging noise ?


1 - When going up a hill or accelerating I hear pinging from my engine


Solution : Incorrect fuel grade purchased for the engine - consult owners manual for correct fuel grade,


2 - Solution :
Their is a fault or problem in the fuel or elctrical system.


3 - Solution :  The ignition timing is set incorrect or has moved - Reset timing to correct specifications.


4 - Solution : You have installed improper spark plugs for your vehicle - recheck and confirm that they are the correct type for your vehicle.

5 - Solution : You have worn or damaged distributror parts that need replacing - inspect and replace as needed.



6 - Solutions: Faults with emission systems can also cause this problem - check and confirm no problems with connections or inoperable componets.

7 - Solutions : Vacuum leaks from cracked or disconnected vacuum hoses - inspect and replace as neccessary.
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