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Old Apr 2, 2002 | 11:07 AM
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Car is not running properly! Help!!!

I was cleaning my engine, after i had wiped it all down and stuff i rinsed it off (engine running). I went for a ride now its hesitating to go. Feels like its not getting enough fuel or somthing. Maybe its water in some of the wires or somthing. But also last night i went to speed away real quick, and the engine held at 6k for a little bit before i shifted. Dont know if that had anything to do with it. Im letting it sit for a little bit, i let it run for 1/2 hour didnt change. Also i clean off a few connections the engine temperature sensor and that thing next to it. Anyone know what i should look at?
Old Apr 2, 2002 | 12:26 PM
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Check that all the connectors and wires are plugged in and in place (or not loose). Since you have a VE, see if you got water down in the sparkplugs. It could be shorting them out and maybe one of the coils are cracked. Worth checking since I can see how you can possibly get water down in there...
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Old Apr 2, 2002 | 03:27 PM
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Why would you leave your engine running, and shower it with water? You're supposed to do this with the engine off, to prevent shortages and such. Sounds like its gonna take a bit of time to pin point this prob. Check the connections at the distributer and stuff.

Hope you find the prob, good luck.
Old Apr 2, 2002 | 06:30 PM
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Well the cleaner said rinse with engine on and run 5-10 min. I disconnected all the clpis for plugs and front injectors and let dry in the sun for a few hours. But it hasnt really helped. I really think its the fuel or ignition system, but i dont know what todo?
see if you got water down in the sparkplugs. It could be shorting them out and maybe one of the coils are cracked.
I have not checked down by the plugs, but i will tommorow. I dont think its cracked though, i mean water doesnt crack coils as far as i know.
Old Apr 2, 2002 | 07:25 PM
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Originally posted by Booner8269
Well the cleaner said rinse with engine on and run 5-10 min.
I get you now, they wanted you to rinse with the engine running so you get somewhat of a steam clean effect. Most engine de-greasers tell you to cover electrical components such as the distributer and alternator.
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