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Electrical power causes car to go lean

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JOLTY TacoMan

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Jun 29, 2010
Floyds Knobs, Indiana
Anytime I use anything that draws electricity my car goes quite lean. No change on WOT but in idle or cruise its very noticeable. I can still use my headlights but turning the radio on or using the heat/ac fans lean it out. Any clue what it could be or how I could trace it down?
 
Could be a weak alternator or a poor ground. Have you alternator tested, most shops do it free. You could also check the battery while the cars running and see voltage. I think around 14-14.5 is normal. Also if your not running a rewired fuel pump, id get that done
 
^ +1 on the alternator check and fuel pump pressure test. Without engine mods, you shouldn't need a rewire on the fuel pump, so maybe your pump is starting to go.
 
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