gtp problems?

Davemex1986 · #1 10-17-2009, 11:18 PM

Ok here is what i have a 1998 gtp with 88k km on it. First the traction control button doesnt work and i cannot get it to break the tires loose. it seems boggy when i first step on it then at like 30 it picks up and revs more. second the boost only goes almost to half way one bar short is this normal? shouldnt it go to full if i step on it hard? ok and the third the 0 to 60 time is almost well a little more then 10 seconds now i know this should be faster for a stock gtp any help please?????

grandprixgtx00 · #2 10-18-2009, 02:09 AM

are you running at least 91 Octane gas in it?

tblake · #3 10-18-2009, 10:21 AM

When was the last full tune up done on it?

Do you have a check engine light on?

Davemex1986 · #4 10-18-2009, 10:29 AM

im running 92 in it tune up i dont know i checked the front plugs they look fine but not the back. but is it normal not to get the full boost? when i punch it shouldnt it be full i get one bar short of half way car is stock

Davemex1986 · #5 10-18-2009, 10:47 AM

im from michigan but live in mexico due to work the gas down here is kinda dirty not refined as much as in the states do you think this could be a problem over the 10 years the car has been in mexico?

Davemex1986 · #6 10-18-2009, 11:04 AM

no light is on from what i see.

Davemex1986 · #7 10-18-2009, 11:39 PM

anyone ?? please help

rkvons · #8 10-19-2009, 12:59 PM

Don't know when the last tuneup was? I think I would tune it up. Also, have you checked your air filter?

richtazz · #9 10-19-2009, 01:38 PM

10 second 0-60, old ladies in Aveo's would be beating you!!! You may have a bad boost control valve, clogged catalytic converter, or fuel pressure issue. It could also be tune-up time. Do you get the "check/service engine soon" light on when you turn the key to on but with the engine off? If not, the bulb may be removed or burned out. I'd take it to Advance/Auto Zone and have it scanned to be sure you have no codes stored.

BNaylor · #10 10-19-2009, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by richtazz

I'd take it to Advance/Auto Zone and have it scanned to be sure you have no codes stored.

Thats a good one Rich. I thought he said he lives in Mexico. I guess he could bring it to the US/Mexican border to an Autozone.

BTW - Pemex gas sux!

Davemex1986 · #11 10-19-2009, 06:16 PM

actually im near mexico city but there is a autozone right near me lol. so ill get some of that done there is no cat converter on it and the light does come on when i turn the key but not when the motor is on. but the half boost thing is that normal till i change pulley?

Davemex1986 · #12 10-19-2009, 06:29 PM

I know PEMEX is all i have to work with !! lol but its cheap lol but yah i know it sucks i said its dirty. since its the only gas station in mexico i have no choice but autozones are a dime a dozen all over the city its no different then the states wal marts , malls, clubs bars no different cept for the difference in class of living rich and poor.

VR43000GT · #13 10-19-2009, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by naxo

hello all, i have an 85' tercel wagon (4x4) with the 3 spd auto and it pops itself out of gear when i turn right. Other than that i just did the rad and timing belt myself and she doesn't even burn any oil. Thanks!

Davemex1986 · #14 10-19-2009, 09:34 PM

lol yah

tblake · #15 10-19-2009, 10:15 PM

Wondering the same thing. No one cares about his retarded tercel that won't stay in gear.

I would say to change the fuel filter first off. (check the tips and maintenance subforum). Then maybe rent a guage and check fuel pressure.

And no, my 2000 GTP even with the stock pulley size would reach to the max boost on the guage.

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