On the way into work today I noticed that the old 9000 ( 2.0 lpt ) wasn't as quick off the mark as usual.
Later I noticed that the engine would cut out when stopping at junctions. Manual gearbox - de-clutching.
On the way home although the engine started ok it immediately stopped without any throttle. Applying a bit of right foot revved the engine ok but it was clearly misfiring and I could smell petrol.
I got home alright despite having to restart a few times at junctions. The engine seemed sweet at mid range revs though. Pressing on, the speed seemed to limit @ about 75 mph like a rev limiter kicking in.
Stopped off to do do some shopping. After a few stalls again the idle speed actually *increased* to about 1500 rpm.
I had something sort of similar happen with my old Cavalier - the ECU went bonkers for a few days then recovered of its own accord. I never got that kind of misfire though.
Now this car has never been what it should since I got lumbered with it from a less than honest trader. It's always had problems with 'urge' that I haven't had the time, money or inclination to examine in detail. I had guessed low fuel pressure before but I can't reconcile that with the stalling I experienced.
As a side note, the exhaust has started blowing a bit. Is there any sensor there that could be messing stuff up ?
Graham