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  • dogpoor
    Low Range
    • Oct 2009
    • 13

    Sudden loss of power

    Hello to all, I'm new to this Forum but do have some experience (limited) with Disco's. I have a 1997 Disco with 118K. When I'm driving and get above approx 50mph I will intermitently lose all power for 1-2 seconds. Doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason. Typically happens more on the freeway. Engine just stops, then fires back up, pretty scarey.
    I have done the following and have been informed by a Disco "Guru" that I should look for moisture in the camshaft position sensor or replace. Any advice on investigating will be helpful.

    Spark plugs fairly new and look good
    Spark plug wires the same
    New fuel filter
    New VSS (made the speedo accurate but no change in problem)
    I have approx 38 psi at the fuel rail
    I think this Disco sat for a while. I added a can of BG44 no difference.
    Thanks for the help
  • kevin-ct
    3rd Gear
    • Oct 2006
    • 309

    #2
    Looks like you need a new TPS.
    Kevin

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    • Les Parker
      RN Sales Team - Super Moderator
      • May 2006
      • 2020

      #3
      Could also be the fuel pump giving early signs of reaching its "sell by date".
      I had a similar experience on by 97 SD Discovery, turned out to be a weak fuel pump.
      A new problem happened on the way back frm the All Metal Dash weekend, vehicle kept cutting out on corners. After re-setting the alarm by turning the key in the drivers lock 4 times, all appears well. Till the next gremlin comes out of hiding.....
      Last edited by Les Parker; 10-06-2009, 03:54 PM. Reason: Grammar
      Les Parker
      Tech. Support and Parts Specialist
      Rovers North Inc.

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      • Terrys
        Overdrive
        • May 2007
        • 1382

        #4
        Originally posted by Les Parker
        vehicle kept cutting out on corners.
        Seriously Les, you've got to keep all 4 wheels on the road, even in the corners. Must be that Grand Prix in you.

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        • dogpoor
          Low Range
          • Oct 2009
          • 13

          #5
          Hi Guys,
          Thanks for the input. My idle speed is around 1300 rpm for the most part. After driving for an extended period time it will go to 700 rpm. WHat about cleaning the mass air flow sensor????

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          • dogpoor
            Low Range
            • Oct 2009
            • 13

            #6
            Well I've ordered a throttle position sensor, we'll see how that works. Then it is on to the fuel pump. I've seem some forum talk where you can rebuild the fuel pump using auto zone part# master E3270. Anybody have a take on that subject?
            Thanks

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