Originally posted by Tony2005:
The check engine light is probably on too. Get it scanned and post the codes. Most probably P0171 and P0174 (Vacuum leak).
Light came on a few weeks ago, but went out after a couple of drive cycles. Might be stored, though since it's a 99. I'll have the mechanic check it. I don't have the patience to chase down all this car's issues.
Of course, the 3.8 has never been smooth. I may have heard the same stuff as my wife and chalked it up to this crappy old motor.
Wish we'd waited for the Honda back in 99.
Function before fashion.
'96 Contour SE
"Toss the Contour into a corner, and it's as easy to catch as a softball thrown by a preschooler." -Edmunds, 1998
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