powerloss

2004 FORD FIESTA
160,000 MILES • 1.4L • 4 CYL • RWD • MANUAL
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COACHDESAN
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I have a huge power loss problem with this car especially uphills, and when changing from third to fourth to fifth, it has no power, when i press the accelerator there is a sucking sound coming from the throttle body. i did a major service on this car in December.
Jun 5, 2016 at 10:16 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Have you checked the computer for codes?you could have plugged cat.
Jun 5, 2016 at 11:36 PM
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COACHDESAN
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no i didnt check the computer for codes what is plugged cat
Jun 6, 2016 at 3:46 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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A catalytic converter gets plugged up and restricts your exhaust.That will cause you to hear the air coming in but the restriction in the exhaust won't let enough out fast enough.You can check that with a back pressure test which a exhaust shop can perform.Also. would be a good idea to check your computer for codes.Also wouldn't be a bad idea to check to make sure you have the correct fuel pressure.
Jun 7, 2016 at 12:52 AM
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