Corey A Meyer wrote:
>
> Howdy DML, I am the guy with the '89 that won't run right! I want
> one more try before I dish out the bucks and go to the dealer. So, here
> goes...
>
> Symptoms: Poor Fuel Economy, Hard Start Ups(Especially when cold),
> Surging, Poor Engine Performance, Hesitation, Stalling, etc.
>
> Already checked: Throttle Position Sensor, Coolant Temp Sensor,
> Distributer Cap, and most of the electrical stuff in the engine.
>
> Other stuff: When I unplug the battery-the truck drives fine for
> a few miles and then problems start up again. Now, when I start it up,
> it won't even turn over for a while-but when it finally does, it starts
> right up.
>
> Could it be the computer? Whats a cheap, easy way to test the
> comp?
>
> I really appreciate all of your help. Thank you, Corey Meyer
>
> P.S. I plan to buy a new truck once I can sell this one-
> I want a black 4x4 club cab Dakota with the SLT plus package and
> the old 5.2L engine-stick if possible.
I'm no expert, but could there be an O2 sesnor problem? Alan S.
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