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Engine runs rough wont idle in drive

Already did tuneup and replaced fuel filter and injectors

  • Jerry King
    Jerry King Jul 05, 2014

    Hi mark smith, I want to help you with your problem, but I need more information from you. Can you please add details in the comment box? What year and engine size? What additional work was done? Does it run at all while driving?

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Check engine light on? Could be a number of things.The air control sensor could be clogged,oxygen sensor . Best to take it to your mechanic and see what he says.I only say check these things because I had the same problem but the same solution will probably not work.

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1. replaced the air filter
2. replaced the PCV valve
3. inspected the PCV hose and connectors (nothing wrong)
4. ran a tank of gas with fuel injector cleaner
5. tested the EGR valve by pulling the vacuum hose off the top, and blocking the hose. The idle didn't smooth out. I applied a vacuum to the EGR valve manually and the car immediately stalled which tells me that the EGR valve itself is working fine.

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  • Posted on Aug 24, 2008

SOURCE: rough idle

fuel filters rarley cause idle problems. i would look at the egr valve or possible vaccume leaks.

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  • Posted on Feb 08, 2009

SOURCE: 2005 Ford Escape Rough Idle - engine code state lean fuel mixture

I recommend getting a repair manual from an auto store for your vehicle. They run $15 to $20. It will tell you exactly how to do everything you asked and also give you the values that should be expected. Hope this helps.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 06, 2010

SOURCE: 2002 Chevy Trailblazer running rough when idling,

clogged injectors I bet with the dirty fuel you claimed you had in the tank. Cleaners will not remove all contaminates in injectors for they tend to get seized inside of them

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  • Posted on Mar 05, 2010

SOURCE: 1996 Honda Accord Rough Idle Even After tune up

Perform a valve clearance inspection and adjust if necessary. Tight or sticking valves will cause a misfire or rough running concern. Note: Perform valve adjustment when the engine is stone cold. 4cyl: INT 0.26mm EXH: 0.30mm (V6 engine are hydraulic and no adjust necessary.) Also check for a sticking or stuck open EGR valve. For diagnostic purposes only: Remove the EGR valve. Place a business card over the EGR passage and bolt the EGR valve back on. This plugs the EGR ports and if the misfire goes away the EGR valve is partially stuck open and is defective.
Check for low fuel pressure. Check for low compression. Check cam timing. Check for a weak ignition coil. Also don't over look the possibility of worn or broken engine mounts which cause excessive engine movement and engine vibration. -hope this helps

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 22, 2010

SOURCE: I have a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant with rough idle

I am having the same issue on Mitsubishi Galant 02. Clattering on acceleration, herky jerky idle. Pulled a code multiple cylinder misfire. My mechanic's diagnosis is bad valve cover gasket causing oil to seap into the spark plugs and bad timing belt, which I have not replaced at 150k miles. I do however know my fuel injectors do need cleaning, he hasn't ruled that out either. Have you pulled any code on it? I have read on engine knock sensor going out on some of these also. Hope this helps some.

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