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Why would a newish TBI run rich?

Discussion in 'General Jeep Discussion' started by matthewferguso, Apr 4, 2021.

  1. Apr 4, 2021 at 9:37 AM
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    so my 87 yj 4.2 With Howell tbi threw codes 22 & 33, so I went ahead and replaced the Spark plugs, TPS, fuel filter, and MAP, to no avail I still have a rich issue, no smoke just gassy smell exhaust, bad mpg and a quiet Miss/sputter. the tbi was only installed 3years ago so things like the pump and regulator should be fine. I’ve tried moving the timing back and forth and it did not affect the miss/sputter at all. The spark wires and distributer were inspected and look clean. Any thoughts as to where to start? I’ve thought about getting a pressure/vacuum tester but now that the ecu isn’t throwing any codes it seems vacuum isn’t the problem either, I think

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  2. Apr 4, 2021 at 10:39 AM
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    Welcome from north central West Virginia :oldglory: I’m wondering if maybe a plug wire even if they look good still may be breaking down
     
  3. Apr 4, 2021 at 10:44 AM
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    Thanks!!how would you test a spark wire?? Or rather what’s the resistance you would expect to see?
     
  4. Apr 4, 2021 at 10:50 AM
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    Some of our experts maybe will know more
    But I was thinking breaking down when they get hot How old are the wires?
     
  5. Apr 4, 2021 at 12:01 PM
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    well the putter starts instantly so it’s not when hot, however I’ve been suspicious of the wires because they are from the previous owner but look fairly clean and new along with the distributor cap, but I’ll replace the spark wires to put that to rest, and I’ll let y’all know how that works out!!
     
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