Loss of vacuum from engine

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Sep 9, 2019 | 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by johnday

the OP said he had vacuum there when the truck is off. So I don't think it's leaking, and the solenoid and check valve appear to be working correctly as well, or he'd be losing vacuum. I'm leaning towards a leak somewhere between the solenoid and IWE, possibly even an IWE seal, since I don't know how knowledgeable the guy is that replaced the IWE.

Roger That... agree

Sep 11, 2019 | 05:59 AM

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My mechanic replaced the IWE"s, he is a real mechanic. I'm going to try a smoke test this weekend on the lines. A buddy of mine has a sonic leak detector, I will try that also.

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