Mitsubishi Chariot MX (Diesel) Automatic (1997)

1997 MITSUBISHI CHARIOT
98,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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My mitsubishi chariot MX diesel automatic is lacking power, idles rough and black smoke comes out when I rev the engine. My mechanic played about with the fuel pump adjustment (there`s a seal on this adjustment) but still I have the same problem. Sometimes the problem is more evident and sometimes I feel as though the engine is running smooth again. What could be the problem?

Joseph from Malta.
Dec 11, 2010 at 10:47 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Rough idling with excessive black smoke and lack of power could mean a misfiring cylinder.

Have the valve clearances checked.
A compression test would enable you tounderstand the condition of the engine. If any repairs had been carried, recheck for correct installation of parts.

If all fails, have the fuel pump serviced.
Dec 11, 2010 at 11:03 AM
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