1. Incorrect firing order: Ensure that the firing order on the auto scanner tool matches the firing order for your 1996 Tahoe 5.7L engine.
2. Faulty distributor: The distributor may be faulty or worn out, preventing proper alignment of the rotor and ignition timing.
- Check the distributor cap
- Check your rotor
3. Faulty ignition module:
4. Damaged/ stretched timing chain :
5. Bad crankshaft sensor : The Crankshaft position sensor provides the PCM with a reference signal the PCM can use to determine engine revolutions per minute (RPM).
6. Faulty ECU (Engine Control Unit)