96 Blazer LS Does anyone else have this problem??

[jacquie40]

Hope someone can help out a little. Here's my story. 96 Blazer LS 195,600 miles. Bought it used in 1999 with 42,000 miles. I make sure the oil is changed regularly, etc. Recently had a tune-up (June 2004) Did not have the radiator flushed. Service engine light is on. Really stinks when idling, and when you shut the engine down. Pick up is not bad - does have some hesitation but not all the time. Oil filter lines and gaskets have been replaced. Also had a motor mount done at the same time as oil filter lines and gaskets. I know it has a lot of miles on it. I LOVE this car, not ready to give it up yet. My husband read an article in a local newspaper that described the symptoms to a "T" but he can't remember what the article advised to check. Is there some kind of intake valve I should mention to my mechanic.
Thanks in advance to anyone that can help.

Jackie

[BlazerLT]

Ok, what does it stink like?

Does it smell like rotton eggs?

What did the tuneup contain?

List all parts replaced with the tuneup.

[jacquie40]

It doesn't really smell like rotten eggs - more like dirty exhaust?? It does not smoke, though. Here are the parts that were replaced when the tune up was done.
Spark Plug wire set
6 spark plugs
distributor cap
ignition rotor
pollution cont. valve
fuel filter
carb. cleaner
injector cleaner

Thanks,
Jackie

[jacquie40]

Also, the oil lines were replaced and new gaskets installed. Air filter was changed.
Jackie

[BlazerLT]

Have you catalytic convertor back pressure tested and have your truck hooked up to a scanner for sensor monitoring.

[jacquie40]

Will try that on Monday, Thanks for getting back to me.

Jackie