how do I know if I need a new engine

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Sep 26, 2006 | 07:18 PM

wayne adams

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how do I know if I need a new engine

I just heard something about a recall. How do I know if I need one?
I have a 2004

Sep 26, 2006 | 07:28 PM

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If yours is running ok, dont worry your probably fine. Type "RECALL 4206F" in search on top right of page. That should get you started. Here are the Docs...

https://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php...60&postcount=7

Last edited by Old Rotor; Sep 26, 2006 at 07:37 PM.

Sep 26, 2006 | 07:29 PM

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Take it in for the recal

Sep 26, 2006 | 08:05 PM

CarAndDriver

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If you open your hood and there is nothing there, you need a new engine.

Sep 27, 2006 | 08:17 AM

ALP22

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Mugatu and the search ***** will bum-rape you.
This is a good sign you need a new engine

Sep 27, 2006 | 08:31 AM

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You don't

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Sep 27, 2006 | 09:31 AM

Terrance26

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Quote:

Originally Posted by CarAndDriver

If you open your hood and there is nothing there, you need a new engine.

LOL

Sep 27, 2006 | 11:32 AM

dmc27

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Originally Posted by dannobre

Take it in for the recal

Exactly.
The syptoms are: stalling; power loss (especially on longer drives); rough idle (not sure exactly what that means - thankfully) - if this applies to your 8 you need a new engine.