1996 Ford Bronco

1996 FORD BRONCO
150,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BJNAUGLE
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i have a 1996 ford bronco with 150000 miles. it runs very well except when i go up a steep grade. it does not miss or anything. i just lose power to the extent that i'm able to go only 40+ mph on a 4 lane. around town i would not know anything was wrong. what could the problem be?
Nov 5, 2009 at 2:24 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It could be a few things. First, check the catylatic converter to make sure it isn't plugging. Also, I would recommend checking fuel pump pressure.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Nov 15, 2009 at 12:38 AM
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BJNAUGLE
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someone else told me the same things. i got it fixed and it was the catalytic converter. it was clogged. thanks for the reply.
Nov 19, 2009 at 10:10 PM