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For 1990-2009 cars only

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DEFINITION: The engine has a power variation under a steady throttle or cruise. The vehicle feels as if speeds up and slows down with no movement of the accelerator pedal.

Preliminary Checks

    • Refer to Important Preliminary Checks in Symptoms - Engine Controls .
    • Ensure the vehicle operator understands the transmissions torque converter clutch (TCC) operation, if equipped.
    • Ensure the vehicle operator understands the A/C compressor clutch operation, if equipped.

Sensor Checks

    • Test for proper operation of the vehicle speed sensor (VSS).
    • Test for proper operation and performance of the oxygen sensor.

Fuel System Checks

    • Inspect for a lean or rich engine condition.
        Using a scan tool observe the oxygen sensor output while operating the vehicle under the symptom condition.
    • Test for proper fuel system pressures. Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis .
    • Inspect for proper operation of the CNG fuel injectors. Refer to:
    • Ensure that the manual shut-off valve is fully open.
    • Inspect for restricted HPR or in-line filters. Refer to High Pressure Regulator Filter Replacement and Fuel Filter Replacement .