1993 Toyota MR2 Jumpy Tach needle

1993 TOYOTA MR2
50,000 MILES
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SOYEEZY
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When reving or driving, at around 2k to 3k rpm tach needle jumps and car hesitates. at about 4k rpm its smooth. i have not checked anything yet besides spark plugs and they look OK. i will change them and see if it helps.
Jul 2, 2013 at 11:25 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Usually a jumpy tachometer is associated with the ignition coil. Have that tested.
Jul 3, 2013 at 6:22 AM
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Ok i will test that today. ill update you asap thanks!
Jul 3, 2013 at 11:46 AM
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Any update on this?
Jul 14, 2013 at 6:19 PM
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Hi i checked it with a multimeter and it read 0.5ohms. not sure what its supposed to be at. what else do i need to check on it?
Jul 15, 2013 at 5:36 PM
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You need to check the primary and secondary resistance as per diagrams.
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Jul 16, 2013 at 9:39 AM
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hey i changed out the ignition coil and still the same thing is happening. im going to try the igniter now
Oct 11, 2013 at 8:35 PM
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changed igniter and still same result...any other ideas?
Oct 13, 2013 at 7:08 PM
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Oct 13, 2013 at 10:41 PM
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If engine is equipped with EGR, have it checked.
Oct 23, 2013 at 8:39 AM
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Egr is fine going to check distributor
Oct 23, 2013 at 12:16 PM
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Let us know how it goes.
Oct 24, 2013 at 12:17 PM