Engine Hunting after Battery Swap - help
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my 1999 2000turbo hunts from 600rpm to 1000rpm, for about 10 seconds after a long run, then settles back down to 600rpm tickover. it doesnt do it everytime. also, i get a split second engine cutting out when i get to about 4 - 4,500 rpm, when goin thru the gears. its cuts out, then gets goin again.. been told its the MAF sensor. goin to take it out and clean it up as i have an induction kit on, and see what it does then...
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#32
OK mate, ill have a look at the filter - although im sure its not this as the current panel filter's been on the car about 8 months and this is the first time ive had problems with the car.
Anyone know the closest Subaru Parts dealer to Warrington? Used to be one in Northwich but not sure its still there or not.
Thanks
Adam
Anyone know the closest Subaru Parts dealer to Warrington? Used to be one in Northwich but not sure its still there or not.
Thanks
Adam
Have you tried Monks Heath near Macclesfield?
#33
No mate, not tried there.
Ive decided to leave the car at home next week until i get a new MAF sorted out.
At the end of the day - if it turns out to NOT be the MAF sensor then at least ive got piece of mind that its not that thats at fault and ive got a brand new working maf out of it.
Im confident the cars still gonna run ok as ive driven it off boost yesterday and it still runs sweet as the day i bought it - so hopefully its not damaged anything.
Upon replacing the sensor will the ECU just learn to refuel accordingly or do you need to reset the ECU?
Adam
Ive decided to leave the car at home next week until i get a new MAF sorted out.
At the end of the day - if it turns out to NOT be the MAF sensor then at least ive got piece of mind that its not that thats at fault and ive got a brand new working maf out of it.
Im confident the cars still gonna run ok as ive driven it off boost yesterday and it still runs sweet as the day i bought it - so hopefully its not damaged anything.
Upon replacing the sensor will the ECU just learn to refuel accordingly or do you need to reset the ECU?
Adam
#34
Hi guys, ordered a new MAF on Monday so im just waiting for it to turn up.
I just want to check though - am i right in thinking the MAF sensor is in the airbox?
Do you need to remove the panel filter or anything like that to get to it?
Is there a guide to replacing this part anywhere so that i can crack on with the job when it gets delivered?
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Adam
I just want to check though - am i right in thinking the MAF sensor is in the airbox?
Do you need to remove the panel filter or anything like that to get to it?
Is there a guide to replacing this part anywhere so that i can crack on with the job when it gets delivered?
Thanks
Adam
#36
Hia mate, thanks again - it might be simple for someone whos got any sort of clue about cars but im a relative novice.
Still need things explaining twice before they sink in!!
Ta mate
Adam
Still need things explaining twice before they sink in!!
Ta mate
Adam
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#39
Amazing! I changed my battery yesterday and now have exactly the same symtoms! This is obviously a common fault. As I have no Subaru Dealers anywhere near me (Salisbury in wiltshire) are MAF sensors available from anyone via mail order?
#40
Salisbury.....Your nearest dealer is in Swindon called Simpsons phone number is 01793 767000/1 (Parts Dept). I have purchased mail order from them and they are very quick and the item came well packaged. Think the Maf is about £90+PP.
#41
wow! thanks very much for the information, most helpful.
#42
Evening all, MAF sensor arrived today - just fitted it and its fixed the problem, its even improved the driveability of the car ( although that could just be in my head seeing how the cars working again! ).
Thanks for all the accurate advice chaps, appreciate it - you think Subaru would have done something to rectify this rather major flaw in its cars.
Car runs sweet again - well pleased.
Adam
Thanks for all the accurate advice chaps, appreciate it - you think Subaru would have done something to rectify this rather major flaw in its cars.
Car runs sweet again - well pleased.
Adam
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Evening all, MAF sensor arrived today - just fitted it and its fixed the problem, its even improved the driveability of the car ( although that could just be in my head seeing how the cars working again! ).
Thanks for all the accurate advice chaps, appreciate it - you think Subaru would have done something to rectify this rather major flaw in its cars.
Car runs sweet again - well pleased.
Adam
Thanks for all the accurate advice chaps, appreciate it - you think Subaru would have done something to rectify this rather major flaw in its cars.
Car runs sweet again - well pleased.
Adam
include the ecu reset as part of routine maintenance.. then you know when to replace the maf sensor
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