I have had a problem with a rough idle. I was throwing 4 codes and then replaced the MAF and all but 1131 went away. Recently my 1996 4 cyl. auto. Countour Gl has been bogging down at various speeds w/ flashing CEL. It also shakes badly at the stop lights in drive only (suspect Trans. Mount for this one) I have visually checked the vacuum hoses(good), I also checked the EGR valve with a hand vacuum (good) Something tells me it is not the IAC but I am not sure, If anyone can help me please reply!
Blinking CEL is a misfire. How old are the plugs? Wires and coil all good?
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
CEG Dragon Run - October 13-15
I bought the car last Nov. at 115,000 and It currently has 123,000. I don't know if the spark plugs have ever been changed, but the wires look fine. I will check these items and post back results. thanks for reply.
Originally posted by hoger29: I bought the car last Nov. at 115,000 and It currently has 123,000. I don't know if the spark plugs have ever been changed, but the wires look fine. I will check these items and post back results. thanks for reply.
Welcome hoger29 . As suggested by Kremit, do check/change the plugs. In addition, read this thread for additional info for the P1131 CEL.
. As suggested by Kremit, do check/change the plugs. In addition, read this thread for additional info for the P1131 CEL.