Ok, my 89 LXi w/ automatic transmission is really getting on my nerves. I need some help, kinda having multiple symptoms so it's hard to narrow down.
Let me first list all the repairs I've done to it, to help you guys help me.
1. coolant flush
2. new plugs/wires/cap/rotor
3. timing belt
4. water pump
5. oil pump seals
6. timing belt tensioner
7. camshaft seal
8. crankshaft seal
9. distributor o-ring
10. new rack and pinion
11. new driver's side cv axle
12. new ball joints in front... upper and lower
13. new tie rod ends and inner tie rods
14. oil change
15. new air filter
16. new fast idle thermo valve
17. new pcv valve
18. cleaned IAC valve
19. new brake master cylinder
20. new valve cover gasket
21. new coolant temperature sensor (on thermostat housing)
22. adjusted valves
23. adjusted timing (may still be off)
24. changed fuel filter
25. got a/c re-charged
Ok... here is what is irritating.. the gas mileage and the constant vibration and lack of balls.
I set the timing, drove up to LA... first tank of gas... I got 25.5 mpgs. Second tank of gas... I got about 23.5 mpgs. Third tank of gas... I got about 21.5 mpgs.
I checked the timing.. and it seemed to be about 2 degrees off from where I set it before the trip to LA.
This is when I decided to adjust the valves... I followed the instructions per the manual, didn't really notice any difference... except hearing some rattle.. I'm guessing that could just be the exhaust rattling.. I don't know.
I reset the timing again, this is also when I replaced the coolant temp sensor because of the flashing 6 times under the seat.... that's gone now, no more flashing... I just burned through a half a tank of gas in about 80 miles... I'm guessing that puts me about 15mpgs or worse... not sure. Just seems to be running rough and has absolutely no balls on take off or going up hills. Maybe I need to adjust the timing again... dunno.
Oh... and the most exciting news... my surging idle is back, and now the car overheats at stoplights. WTF! Please help.
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