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Old 01-11-2011 | 01:16 PM
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Default Need help please - weird engine pause

Hello,

I am new here and this is my first post. I have a 90 Convertible with 54K original miles on it.

My engine pauses briefly and without any set pattern. Usually it does this as I am backing out of the garage, or rolling up to a stop sign. If you have ever had a fuel pump go out, or a fuel filter clog - it's a lot like that only much briefer in duration. I feel certain it is electrical, but have no idea what is causing the stumble.

I have replaced the plugs, wires, distributor cap and rotor. The problem remains.

Does anyone have suggestions or ideas?

Thanks in advance.
 
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Old 01-11-2011 | 06:01 PM
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What size engine?

Have you checked for vacuum leaks?
Coil?
Injectors?
 
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Old 01-11-2011 | 06:36 PM
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X2 on injector pulse. Unless you have tbi, then I would assume a clogged vacuum port.
 



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