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  1. lsawicki

    93 Classic LWB Code 44 - Part of a larger problem?

    Found the problem to Code 44....the weld on the header for the aftermarket exhaust system sprung a small pea-sized hole. I got that welded up (for free!) at a local exhaust shop. As for Code 48...I replaced the stepper motor with an 89' Chevy Astro stepper motor (looks EXACTLY the same), and I...
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    93 Classic LWB Code 44 - Part of a larger problem?

    Update: Code 48. I gave the stepper motor a good cleaning (the plunger itself was still very clean from the last time I cleaned it, but the seat in the plenum had some carbon deposits). Gave the plunger a shot of penetrating oil just in case, and I am leaving the battery disconnected overnight...
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    93 Classic LWB Code 44 - Part of a larger problem?

    Also, I noticed that the plunger on my stepper motor does not move very much when I press down on it. The stepper motor has been replaced, but I found it odd that the plunger would not move?
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    93 Classic LWB Code 44 - Part of a larger problem?

    No it ran fine with the Bosch plugs for a solid month...I hear that classics run better on the champions that they were designed to run because the stock dizzy/plug wires don't give the newer plugs enough juice. I have an after market dizzy/performance plug wires, so I didn't think I would have...
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    93 Classic LWB Code 44 - Part of a larger problem?

    Sparks plugs replaced with Bosch Platinum +4 plugs about a month ago. No apparent vacuum leaks either. How long do 02 sensors usually last? Yesterday I adjusted the idle by about 150 to 175 RPMS and didn't make too much difference. Now in P she idles at the 750k. Also, when the car starts up...
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    93 Classic LWB Code 44 - Part of a larger problem?

    I just had a rather expensive fix up to take care of the laundry list of problem I had on my 1993 range rover with 142k miles on it. It ran perfectly (minus the slightly rough idle) for a good month and a half until now. After some erratic idle and stalling, the check engine light came on and...
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    There is a new development....CODE 44! After I called my mechanic (@ British Auto Center...amazing mechanics and so much better than the stealer) to set up an appointment for diagnostic, the damn check engine light comes on. I don't know if this is a problem or a symptoms because: a) it took a...
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    Great, I think I will try to do that myself...what exactly do I need, and what are the basic steps for this.
  9. lsawicki

    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    Ok, I will change the fuel filter this week. Is there anyways to check the regulator?
  10. lsawicki

    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    Yes, It has been changed. It was about 20K ago. Should it get a look?
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    i just swapped out the fuel pump for an airtex 3240. I just knew the fuel pump was on its way out (at 143k miles, it did pretty well). The idle is beautiful now, but after a trip to town she bounced around on the low end RPMS and stalled. If i fired it up again, it will idle normally for as long...
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    another update: Code 23 - fuel supply... fuel pump?
  13. lsawicki

    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    Black smoke has gone away. Whenever it stalls and the engine shuts off, battery light and oil light comes on...?
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    Update: Now, the symptoms include black smoke. This actually made me happy (who thought black smoke would make anyone happy...?) This makes the MAF or the air filter more suspicious. I wiped the air filter down for the third time, but did not clean the MAF sensor for a third time. Should I try...
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    Hmm. This is interesting. I think, after all, I will take it for a diagnosis. There is no hesitation in the range of acceleration, and when the car starts to die on me and I give it some gas, it feels like it is starving for fuel at the very low RPM range (<500). Is there anything simple that I...
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    My rover has 142K on it. Should I just take it in for a diag then? Might I mention that when it does idle, it idles very well...with a worn cam, wouldn't there be some misfiring/odd noises?
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    GRR. I thought I had solved the stalling issue

    Hey guys, I wouldn't say that this is a new problem, but it is definitely a random problem that has been plaguing my rover for the past year. I guess to start off, I'll begin with a quick background story of the idle problem... Th rover stalls out very randomly at red lights. I would say this...
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    Setting myself up to do this right...

    Here's what I have back in my Range Rover Classic: Tool set, rubber gloves (wear them when working on your car, you will definitely get dirt and grease on your hands), WD-40, Rags, cable ties (they will come in handy) and some SeaFoam. SeaFoam is a really good fuel injector/intake cleaner. If...
  19. lsawicki

    Laptop OBDI Scanner?

    Thanks...unfortunately 150 is a bit too steep for my budget. What a price increase! That's too bad
  20. lsawicki

    Laptop OBDI Scanner?

    I was wondering if it is possible to find a pre-made cable that would fit into my RRC and plug into my laptop? I need a good, cheap diagnostic tool. It sounds like using a program and computer would be a good way to go. What would be a good source to look at?
  21. lsawicki

    Engine hesitates, stumbles, and dies (black smoke included!)

    Well, I just finished cleaning up the MAF sensor and adding di-electric grease to oxygen sensor and MAF contacts. It works!! No more black smoke and shaking. I warmed the engine up to make sure the oxygen sensors were hot and took it around the block for 15 minutes. By then it should have been...
  22. lsawicki

    Engine hesitates, stumbles, and dies (black smoke included!)

    I also forgot to mention that after cleaning the MAF sensor, i cleaned the K&N air filter and re-oiled it. Is it possible that the oil from the air filter dirtied the MAF again?
  23. lsawicki

    Engine hesitates, stumbles, and dies (black smoke included!)

    Well I stopped by the shop and the guys said it was an oil level sensor. And I think I have narrowed by idling problems to the left bank oxygen sensor, because the EFI light finally came on and gave me a code 44. I think I will clean the sensors first, because I don't expect them to be bad as I...
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    Engine hesitates, stumbles, and dies (black smoke included!)

    this is right above the font differential and left of the oil pan
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    Engine hesitates, stumbles, and dies (black smoke included!)

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