DEFINITION: Engine delivers less than expected power. Little or no increase in speed when accelerator pedal is pushed down part way.

Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?

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Go to the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

1. Perform a bulletin search.
2. If a bulletin that addresses the symptom is found, correct the condition as instructed in the bulletin.

Was a bulletin found that addresses the symptom?

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Was visual/physical check performed?

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Go to Visual /Physical check in Symptoms .

1. Remove and check air filter element for dirt, or for being restricted.
2. Replace air filter element if necessary.

Was a repair required?

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Go to Step 5

1. Check for low fuel pressure. Go to Fuel System Pressure Test .
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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Go to Step 6

1. Check for Water or alcohol contaminated fuel using J 39383-A. Go to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis .
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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1. Using a scan tool, monitor Knock Retard for excessive spark retard activity.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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Go to Step 8

1. Check for proper ignition coil output voltage with spark tester J 26792 (ST 125):

1.1.	Clip the spark tester J 26792 to engine ground.

1.2.	Connect one end of a spark plug wire to the spark tester J 26792; connect the other end of the spark plug wire to the coil being tested.

1.3.	Connect one end of another spark plug wire to the other coil tower; connect the other end of the spark plug wire to ground.

1.4.	Crank the engine while observing the spark tester J 26792; a crisp blue spark should be observed.

1.5.	Repeat the above steps for each coil.

2. If adequate spark is not present at all coils, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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Important: If spark plugs are gas or oil fouled, the cause of the fouling must be determined before replacing the spark plugs.

1. Remove spark plugs, check for wet plugs, cracks, wear, improper gap, burned electrodes, or heavy deposits.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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Go to Step 10

1. Check ignition coils for cracks or carbon tracking.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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1. Check PCM grounds for being clean, tight and in their proper locations. Go to Powertrain Control Power and Ground Check .
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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1. Check exhaust system for possible restriction:

•	Inspect exhaust system for damaged or collapsed pipes.

•	Inspect muffler for heat distress or possible internal failure.

•	Check for a possible plugged three-way catalytic converter by checking exhaust system back pressure. Go to Restricted Exhaust System Check .

2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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Go to Step 13

1. Check Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) for proper operation. Go to Torque Converter Clutch Evaluation and Diagnosis .
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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1. Engine mechanical problem. Check for low compression, incorrect or worn camshaft, loose timing chain etc. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
2. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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1. Review all diagnostic procedures within this table.
2. When all procedures have been completed and no malfunctions are found, review/inspect the following:

•	Visual/physical inspection.

•	Scan Tool data.

•	Freeze Frame data/Failure Records Data.

•	All connections within a suspected circuit and/or system.

3. If a problem is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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Go to the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

Operate the vehicle to duplicate conditions present when the original symptom was noted.

Is symptom still present?

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Go to Step 3

Repair complete.