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01-02-2002, 07:32 PM | #1 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 13279
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Eastside, WA & www.rs25.com
Vehicle:1999 Impreza 2.5 RS Silverthorn Metallic |
Erratic Idle??
I have been experiencing some strange things lately. While idleing or driving my car will occasionally have a small dump in power. I have watched the RPM gauge and notice little or no change to the level when this 'dump' happens. I have not taken it to the dealer yet cause I wanted to see what I could come up with from ya'll. I have a MY99 2.5RS, no mods. (yet!)
My questions are: 1. What could be causing this? 2. Has anyone else experienced this? 3. I know the dealer would check it out for free under my Powertrain warranty (i think?) But would they fix it for free too? I searched under several items here but found nothing to assist me. Thanks! Brandee |
01-02-2002, 08:13 PM | #2 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 6697
Join Date: May 2001
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MWSOC
Location: Cowpie, WI
Vehicle:2011 WRX 5-door Look-At-Me Red |
Power loss
If it is still under warranty, have it checked out. It will be an engine problem. Second, it may be a clogged fuel injector, clogged fuel filter or a poor air filter. Dump some cleaner into your tank and check your air filter and fuel filter. Your problem should turn up there.
stikboy:monkey: |
01-02-2002, 08:46 PM | #3 |
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Join Date: Aug 2001
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NESIC
Location: Suffield, CT
Vehicle:05 Nissan Titan 06 B9 (hers) |
My 99 RS started to idle and act a little wierd when my spark plugs were getting really worn. How many miles are on your car? If you are near 30K, the plugs might be the problem. I bought the NGK plugs specified in the owners manual and my car ran better than new! Also check the things in the previous posts. The injector cleaner and a fresh tank of gas couldn't hurt. Hope I was of some help!!
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01-02-2002, 10:23 PM | #4 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 13279
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Eastside, WA & www.rs25.com
Vehicle:1999 Impreza 2.5 RS Silverthorn Metallic |
Will do! Thanks gang.
I am outside my regular warranty, (powertrain is all I've got) so I think I'll call the dealer and see what they can do. If they act funny I'll go through the things you mentioned. Hell, I might just take care of it by myself, I love to tinker. B |
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