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My 1997 3.8L Pontiac Firebird makes a popping noise in

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My 1997 3.8L Pontiac Firebird makes a popping noise in drive upon accelerationfrom the egr tube or exaust maninifold area. Any suggestions for repairs?

 

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1997 Pontiac Firebird 3.8L

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March 27 9:09 PM (2 minutes and 49 seconds later)
         
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Yes you need to get an exhaust back pressure test.It sounds like you have a restriction.The most likely cause would be a clogged convertor.


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