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What could cause an engine to idle OK but misfire when put in gear?
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∙ 17y ago
could be a number of things cracked distributer cap, bad sparkplugs bad plug leads,setting, or bad igntion condensor if automatic transmission,it could be automatic idle adjustment on engine
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∙ 17y ago
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Why does Engine loses power shifting in first and second gear what could be the cause?
check the exhaust system
Whole Car shakes over 2.5 rpm on every gear. NOT tires. What's Wrong?
Try engine mounts. That could be the cause. If in gear and auto may be the torque converter.
Can steering gear box cause check engine light?
No
What would cause a 1997 Cobra Mustang to jerk while driven in any gear?
You could have ignition problems if it is the engine causing the jerk.
What is cause of dragging on engine when change gear?
Low RPM. Gear is too high for travel speed
What would cause your 1993 dodge ram van to shake when it is in gear and you press on the gas?
If shaking ihappens as you pick up speed could be worn U joints, loose or broken motor mounts for starters. If at idle could also be and engine issue due to timing problem, emission control issue, burned valve or ignition problem causing misfire or dead cylinder.
Why does your 97 Saturn wagon sputter through each gear?
There are several possibilities:Low fuel pressure would cause the engine to run poorly, the way you describe.Old, worn sparkplugs could contribute to poor engine performance.Faulty plug wires are also a potential problem.Dirty, fouled or plugged injectors are often responsible for poor engine performance.Check the compression, low compression can result in difficult starting and poor engine performance.Run an engine diagnostic scan; if the computer has not detected a misfire, you're probably having a fuel related failure.
What could cause a 1995 cavalier to run rough in drive while stopped but runs smooth in neutral and in park?
You probably have a misfire, but it doesn't show up if the engine isn't under load. When you put it in gear the load causes the misfire to show up and you can feel it. Run a computer diagnostic test and a compression test. You can borrow, rent or buy a computer diagnostic scanner for your vehicle at most auto parts retailers; often they'll even show you how to use it if they have the time.
What would cause a 82 F150 engine to stall when put in gear automatic trans?
It could be that the torque convertor is locked and not slipping which it should do as the normal operation
How do you fix blow by on a 20r Toyota?
run gear oil in your engine if your cheap cause a 20r engine remanufactured cost 600 dollars. or you could completey take the motor apart and replace the rings.
1985 Dodge van engine dies when dropped in gear?
You might have a problem with the torque converter or the lock-up relay.if it misses that could cause it to die. if it has a carburetor the idleing speed could be set to low
What does it mean when your car jerks?
If your car jerks, you likely have stepped on the gas pedal a bit too hard but it could be an indication that there is something wrong with the engine or transmission If your engine is at fault it likely be the engine coil, pistons, cylinders, or head gasket if any are cracked or missing parts or just from wear and tear it can cause jerking of the engine... if it is the engine it is a minor problem but if you have it like that enough time of shifting and driving normally... it can cause more problems to the engine then the expense to fix it could be huge If it is a transmission problem, the gear and the mechanism is not functioning properly. A faulty transmission can cause unwanted jerking if it does not go into the proper gear as selected. This could be from a bad transmission, blown transmission or the lack of transmission fluid which is critical for the gears to change properly without it the mechanism will no support when the gear changes it simply just wont function correctly. If the transmission is at fault it is obviously critical to get it fixed before you cause serious damage to your car....
