[Shotimes] engine problem, please help with diagnosis

van Oss van Oss" <vanOss@centurytel.net
Wed, 4 Jun 2003 13:07:07 -0500


Codes are clear.  I'm going to try swapping the fuel filter first.  The pump
does seem loud, though.  It's a but surprising to suspect the pump because I
did replace it about 6K ago.

Joseph va Oss


----- Original Message -----
Having a problem with the 91.  Symptoms and medical history below.
Please suggest what I should test or swap.  Thanks.

Joseph van Oss

Symptoms:
- Long cranking time before start, gradually occurring more often
   over the last two weeks
- Idle wanders up to 3K
- Occasionally idle dives to 500, lopey, no power, and stalls
   if you step on gas
- No CE light

History:
- 91 mtx with 140K
- Within last 2 years:  Rod bearings, CID, CPS, timing belt,
   fuel pump, plugs/wires, much more
- Extremely reliable and quick-starting up until about 2 weeks ago

Again, thanks.