Runs great ...then seems to "fuel starve"!

[serge_saati]

Originally Posted by 12Ounce

HOWEVER, after the first 200 miles, I picked up a CEL and the engine is not totally smooth especially around 70mph... I have not had a chance to have the code read. I was pretty beat when I was reinstalling the tank ... probably messed up a vent hose or something. May take a few days before I can have code read.

An untightened vent hose wouldn't cause the engine to be not smooth. Maybe a clogged injector or something like that.

[12Ounce]

Of course, I'm guessing ... but if a EVAP issue caused a code, would that not prevent the PCM from fully "learning"?

We'll see when I finally get back home to my tools and familiar surroundings.

[serge_saati]

no, it should have learned before the code was dropped. Even if it was reseted, it will learn the rest.

[12Ounce]

Back in Georgia ... after 11980 mile test-drive around the country!

Engine performed well ... but the MIL light has been on all the way. I suspect the cable to the fuel pressure sensor got pinched, but won't be sure 'til the tank is dropped. (Great!! .. something to look forward to!). Anyways ... it's safe to say that fuel pressure was my original engine issue.

[Grabber5.0]

Good to hear. I see you do most of the helping around here.. it bothered me to think something had you stumped.

[12Ounce]

Thanks for the kudos ...

But I'm not sure I do most of the helping ... I just seem to have most all the problems!!!

[12Ounce]

For a little closure...

It turns out the replacement pump/sender assembly had a bad tank pressure sensor ... in fact, the terminals on the sensor were totally "open". A new assembly from AutoZone fixed the MIL.

No more mysterious stopping and power losses.