Loss of power
So i just got a 2004 rx8 and I realized it has very little torque and lacks some power I don't know if this is normal or if there's a bigger issue someone help me out?!
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Lack of torque is normal.
It is a 1.3L engine after all. The power issue is subjective. Auto trans are less powerful than sticks. I assume by your questions that you didn't get a rotary specific compression test. That is the best way to find out if your engine is healthy or dying. Read the new owner stickies, it's all there. |
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-f...t-here-202454/
Generating Power at Full Throttle • Ignition Coils • Spark Plugs • Spark Plug Wires • Engine Compression • E-Shaft Sensor (ESS) • Air Filter • Intake Valving • Throttle Body • Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF) • Fuel Pump • Fuel Injectors • Catalytic Converter (Cat) RX8 Club’s recommended maintenance schedule, more comprehensive and proactive than Mazda’s schedule. 30,000 miles: - Replace Ignition coils - Replace Plug wires - Replace Spark plugs - Clean MAF (mass air flow sensor) - Clean ESS (e-shaft sensor) - Reset ESS profile - Clean power steering connections - Clean battery terminals and clamps - Replace transmission fluid - Replace coolant (Mazda FL-22 is highly recommended) - Replace air filter - Replace brake fluid (fluid in the brake lines AND the clutch line) ~$300 USD in parts if you shop smartly. every 60,000: ...all 30,000, plus... - Clean all chassis electrical grounding points - Replace accessory belts - Clean OMP lines - Replace rear differential fluid - Replace thermostat - Clean / Straighten AC condenser fins - Clean / Straighten oil cooler fins - Inspect catalytic converter - Clean / Inspect intake valving - Consider / inspect all points in 90,000+ as well, many items fail early ~$130 USD in parts if you shop smartly. 90,000: ...all 30,000, plus any 60,000 not yet done, plus... - Replace coolant bottle - Replace radiator hoses - Replace radiator - Replace front O2 sensor - Replace motor mounts - Inspect clutch pedal assembly for flex / weld breaks ~$900 USD in parts if you shop smartly. At 100k, anything original in the cooling system is really suspect and failure prone. It represents the biggest threat to your engine. __________________ |
Honestly, keep a close eye on your gas gauge. You will experience a "power loss" below half a tank.
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Loss of power
The comment about gas tank level may sound strange but true.
After tracking the car with 1/4 tank gas left I noticed that the engine would not go above 4,000 RPM, like an early rev limiter:scared: I filled the tank and the problem went away |
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