Mityvac SILVERLINE MV8500 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL
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SILVERLINE
®
ELITE
AUTOMOTIVE TEST KIT
MODEL MV8500
JANUARY 2009 Form 824323 Section - MV66-1
CAUTION: Never exceed the rated pressure of the gauge, as this can cause loss of
accuracy and permanent damage.

Mityvac SILVERLINE MV8500 Specifications

General

Brand	Mityvac
Model	SILVERLINE MV8500
Category	Test Equipment
Language	English

Summary

The Pump

Pump Specifications and Operation

Technical details and usage instructions for the pump.

Vacuum Distribution and Troubleshooting

Diagnosing Engine Conditions with Vacuum

Vacuum Gauge Diagnosis Fundamentals

Interpreting vacuum gauge readings for diagnosis.

Interpreting Normal and Valve-Related Readings

Vacuum readings for healthy engines and valve issues.

Specific Vacuum Diagnoses

Fuel Pressure Regulator Testing

Fuel Pressure Regulator Diagnostics

Procedures for diagnosing fuel pressure regulators.

Turbocharger Wastegate Testing

Wastegate Service and Bench Testing

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System

EGR System Function and General Testing

GM EGR Valve Specific Tests

GM Positive Backpressure EGR Test

EGR Venturi Amplifier and BPV Testing

Electrical/Vacuum Solenoids

Solenoid Testing Procedures

Thermal-Controlled Vacuum Switches

Two-Port PVS Testing

Three-Port and Four-Port PVS Testing

Brake Bleeding Procedures

ABS Brake System Preparation

General and ABS Brake Line Bleeding

Procedures for bleeding standard and ABS brake lines.

Brake Bleeding Troubleshooting

Bench Bleeding Master Cylinders