1992 Toyota Corolla losing acceleration

222,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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ELIZCRAIG
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I lose acceleration going uphill. I have to downshift to 3rd or 2nd. Please help.
May 28, 2009 at 6:22 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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First check fuel pressure with mechanical gauge, next check spark.

When testing fuel pressure, remove vacuum line to FPR and check for gasoline, if present, the FPR diaphram is ruptured and needs to be replaced.

When was timing belt changed last?

Also check timing, short B1 and Te1 of diagnostic link and set to 10 degrees BTDC.

If ignition, most likely you have a bad ign. module.
May 28, 2009 at 11:40 PM
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