check for moisture under the dist cap and wipe it out. Try spraying a bit of WD40 inside and clean contacts with fine sandpaper or something of that nature. Is the cap cracked? Check it closely, as hairline cracks have been known to cause this sort of problem. If the car is not realtively new and has 50,000 or more miles on it, just try replacing the cap and rotor. They are usually cheap, and are usually an item of neglect by most owners. good luck your spark plug wires are probabley leaking when damp you can check this when the car is dry by spayind a mist of water on them when engine is running use an old windex sprayer or such if the wires are bad the engine will do what it does when it is raining
my 1990 300zx is idling rough what could cause this?
There are several things that can cause your 1993 Nissan 300 to idle rough. The most common cause is dirty spark plugs. Bad spark plug wires can also cause the problem.
The most common cause of rough idling would be a bad or clogged fuel injector. Also look for the hose on your EGR valve. They tend to come off in hot weather. If the hose comes off the engine will definitely run rough. I had to put a small hose clamp on mine to keep it from comming off. Spiritchsr1
No. The idler pulley only maintains tension on the serpentine belt. A faulty idler pulley can cause noise and a loose tensioner arm can cause belt slipping but other than having a similar name, it has nothing in common with engine idling.
Yes it could and it will cause rough idling and a missing when giving it gas.
Rough idling is whenever the vehicle's motor "misses" or does not fire causing an imbalance and a loss of rotation reducing the motor's power and causing excessive shaking.
I had a similar problem and it was my coil pack
The temp guage could be faulty, where it has gone bad, or the heat sensor itself had gone bad unless the vehicle is actually getting hot. O2 sensor wont cause rough idling but it would cause these types of problems: * Surging and/or hesitation Poor or a decline in fuel econmy Failed exhaust emissions testing Premature failure of the catalytic converter (rotten egg smell) Indicator "idiot" check engine lights coming on
Yes, a weak CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition) unit can cause an engine to idle roughly. The CDI is responsible for delivering the spark to the engine's ignition system, and if it is malfunctioning or providing inconsistent spark, it can lead to poor combustion. This results in uneven engine performance, including rough idling. Other factors may also contribute to rough idling, but a faulty CDI is a common culprit.
Motor is idling rough.
A 2003 Corolla idling slow and rough could be due to several factors, including a dirty or failing idle air control valve, clogged fuel injectors, or a vacuum leak in the intake system. Additionally, worn spark plugs or ignition components may cause misfiring, leading to rough idling. It's advisable to check and clean or replace these components to restore smooth operation. If the issue persists, further diagnostics may be needed to identify any underlying problems.
The P0446 code indicates an issue with the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP), specifically related to the vent control circuit. While this code itself typically won't directly cause a car to stop idling, it can be a sign of an underlying issue that may affect engine performance. If there are additional problems with the fuel system or air intake, those could lead to rough idling or stalling. It's advisable to have the vehicle diagnosed by a professional to pinpoint the exact cause of the idling issue.