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I...uhm...what?! by HoMiE_TeLeFrAgGeD
Started on: 08-10-2005 06:59 PM
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Report this Post08-10-2005 06:59 PM Click Here to See the Profile for HoMiE_TeLeFrAgGeDSend a Private Message to HoMiE_TeLeFrAgGeDDirect Link to This Post
Ok, so to start, my car doesn't always wanna do this. I'd just put a new start in about 1 1/2 monthes ago, along with a new battery. But, sometimes, I'll have to try 3-4 times to turn the damn thing over!. Grrrrr....Then, the clutch/shifting problem. To get it into gear, I've gotta have mythical strength to put it into/out of gear. And sometimes, it won't stay/fully go into gear. This tells me....clutch/flywheel maybe? I've replaced the clutch master/slave cylinders, and it was fine for awhile. And now, I've got a NEW set of problems. And, once everything is finally going, my "Engine Temp" light starts flickering, comes on and stays on for a few seconds, then goes out. Then, it'll flicker again. After about 7-8 minutes tops, it'll go away. I think I'm done trying to figure our cars out, I just wanna drive one problem - free....:'( -Ben
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Report this Post08-10-2005 08:53 PM Click Here to See the Profile for Jax184Click Here to visit Jax184's HomePageSend a Private Message to Jax184Direct Link to This Post
First a few details. What year is this? Engine? Transmission?

When it doesnt turn over do you mean it wont start or that the starter truly doesnt move the engine?
If it doesnt move, do your lights dim when you turn the key? If not I'd guess the relay's gone out. If so, bad wiring, low battery or failing starter.
If it Does move, do you hear your fuel pump run for a moment when you turn the key on? Might not be getting any fuel until it's been cranking long enough for the oil sensor to kick it on.


Does the shifter move nice and free when the car is not running and stationary? If it shifts just fine then you might be looking at clutch related trouble. Otherwise I'd suspect something a little deeper. Also does it get better once it's warmed up? Might check your fluid level and condition.

On my '84 manual I discovered the slave cylinder had actually come part way unbolted, making for some interesting clutch behavior. Didnt notice until someone else pushed the clutch in with me watching the slave. Whole thing rocked front to back.
Also dont forget that there's a way to adjust your linkage, and if it's not right you will have a heck of a time shifting. It's quick and easy so you might try it.


If your car has a shared temp/oil light it could be eather one setting it off. My oil sensor became rather gummed up and would trigger the light. Stayed that way until I hit it with a hammer. On the Duke you can reach down under your intake, to the right of the distributer and unplug the oil sensor. If your light no longer comes on like this, the oil sensor is to blame. If it keeps going it's time to check for pinched wiring or a temp sensor going wonky. Dont forget that air in the coolent can even cause the temp sensors to act funny at times.


And above all else, remember that I am new to the Fieros and shouldnt be considered a know-all source!

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Report this Post08-10-2005 09:29 PM Click Here to See the Profile for HoMiE_TeLeFrAgGeDSend a Private Message to HoMiE_TeLeFrAgGeDDirect Link to This Post
you have a PM, jax! ^.^ -Ben
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