its a 2000 camaro and i feel that its losing power ....when i step on the gas it doesnt pick up right away it feels forced .....i have checked fuel system also a tune up what else could it be anyone have an answer ?....
2007-04-10 12:19:43 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
165000 miles 3.8 v-6
2007-04-10 12:27:32 · update #1
i have changed fuel filter and also done a tune up...
2007-04-10 12:32:12 · update #2
gets to 200 c's on gauge but has never overheated but needel moves
2007-04-10 12:34:22 · update #3
hook it up to a scanner this is the cheapest and quickest way to solve the problem and takes out alot of the guessing and unessary parts i believe autozone will do this free of charge
2007-04-10 13:04:47 · answer #1 · answered by jb 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There are a lot of things that cause an engine to loose performance. I would check with a dealer service department to find out if this new gas could be effecting it. Since the introduction of alcohol into the gas at a higher percentage it has been troublesome for some engines.
If you can get at the spark plugs you could try to do a compression check. The service department can tell you the limits. Most auto parts stores sell service manuals and if you plan on doing your own work it will be a great help.
My educated guess is either depending on mileage, it could be either bad valves or bad rings. The compression test will give you a better idea. It sounds like your loosing compression and those are the two area's I would check first...Best of luck to you...
2007-04-10 12:43:39 · answer #2 · answered by cape nut 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First have your converter checked, any restriction in the exhaust system will cause a loss of power. If all is OK there do an intake system cleaning - a lot of carbon can build up in the throttle body. A little B-12 carb cleaner & a stiff brush can take care of that. Just take off the air boot going to the intake open the throttle & spray cleaner into the throttle body - scrub w/ brush & repeat. Good luck.
2007-04-10 12:29:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly a restricted exhaust. Can verify that with a vacuum guage. A bad mass air flow sensor, throttle position sensor, etc could cause it and still not turn on check engine light. Need to take it to dealer at that point so they can drive it while monitoring the various inputs to the pcm. A sensor can actually give an inaccurate reading and still be within the limits the computer expects to see..thus no check engine light.
2007-04-10 12:31:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put in some high octane gas and some STP fuel cleaner. Maybe as simple as dirty injector. Go the cheap route first before moving on the the high $$$ ones.
2007-04-10 13:07:28 · answer #5 · answered by Brainyass 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd hint the entire little rubber vacuum hoses below the hood first, begin on the unmarried vacuum supply on the consumption manifold and hint cautiously. A flashlight is helping in darker locations... A vacuum leak is probably the most misunderstood and "neglected" motive of deficient idle and function there's, or even skilled mechanics omit to determine...
2016-09-05 09:32:37 · answer #6 · answered by koltz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be the catalytic converter. Does it overheat? How many miles on the car? What engine? If the converter is plugged, the car will feel starved because its not moving enough air.
2007-04-10 12:26:18 · answer #7 · answered by idaho69442 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Replace the fuel filter
2007-04-10 12:24:55 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. T 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If theres no reduced fuel flow, like plugged filter,etc. then check your exhaust flow. A plugged catalytic converter or muffler might be the cause.
Just a guess, but worthwhile investigating...
Good luck!
2007-04-10 12:24:36 · answer #9 · answered by omnisource 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Has anyone preformed a exhaust back pressure test or fuel pressure test on the unit? Stop throwing money at it, and get it diagnosed.
Good luck
Scott
2007-04-10 12:24:33 · answer #10 · answered by scott s 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋