ehc14
Proven Member
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- Oct 21, 2012
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Fort Collins,
Colorado
First off, I searched for similar problems but could not find anything.
Secondly, this is my first post and I am extremely new to forums so please excuse me if it is posted in the wrong place or something...
Now, I'm new to the DSM world, but not SUPER new. Anyways, I bought a 96 Talon TSi with 94,xxx on it, and am having a few problems.
When I bought it, the check engine light was on, and the engine was overheating very quickly. I discovered the fans weren't coming on, and tried to figure out what was wrong. I learned that it was the grounding wire, fixed that, and the fans work perfectly fine now with no check engine light.
Now to the current issue - the car is starting to run rich it seems. I can't see for myself, but friends behind say that whenever I open up the throttle and punch it a bit, it dumps out black smoke. The BOV is also making quite a bit of noise (at least from the cabin) so I didn't know if recirculation was a problem. Would if be an 02 sensor? Which one? The reason I am confused is because it has the hose connected and IS recirculating. I also don't know what type of blow off valve it is, as it does not look stock.
My gas mileage is horrible and I am just very confused, so I figured I would try to ask you guys. I'm a bit short on money too so I'm hoping it isn't too much!
Thanks ahead of time, if you guys need any other info let me know please. Sorry for the noobish post!
Secondly, this is my first post and I am extremely new to forums so please excuse me if it is posted in the wrong place or something...
Now, I'm new to the DSM world, but not SUPER new. Anyways, I bought a 96 Talon TSi with 94,xxx on it, and am having a few problems.
When I bought it, the check engine light was on, and the engine was overheating very quickly. I discovered the fans weren't coming on, and tried to figure out what was wrong. I learned that it was the grounding wire, fixed that, and the fans work perfectly fine now with no check engine light.
Now to the current issue - the car is starting to run rich it seems. I can't see for myself, but friends behind say that whenever I open up the throttle and punch it a bit, it dumps out black smoke. The BOV is also making quite a bit of noise (at least from the cabin) so I didn't know if recirculation was a problem. Would if be an 02 sensor? Which one? The reason I am confused is because it has the hose connected and IS recirculating. I also don't know what type of blow off valve it is, as it does not look stock.
My gas mileage is horrible and I am just very confused, so I figured I would try to ask you guys. I'm a bit short on money too so I'm hoping it isn't too much!
Thanks ahead of time, if you guys need any other info let me know please. Sorry for the noobish post!
