Re: 4KQ Sneaky Power Loss Alert!

[SOP8920@Siena.edu]

Leigh wrote:

>Here's the test.  WIth the engine idling, depress the little 
>lever on the switch. wait several seconds.  The motor should 
>bog down noticeably as the idle fuel-air mix gets overly 
>richened.  If there is no change, your switch is inoperative.  
>Try unplugging and re-plugging its harness connector a few 
>times to see if its oxidized, or replace. (Gary thought one 
>might be able to get it open and possible repair it).

Those switches are sneaky. Dave Head (dhead@sundial.sundial.net) took my old
one, cut it open, and repaired it. He now keeps it in his trunk as a spare. 
If you are interesting in fixing your switch, perhaps you should directly
e-mail him and ask him for a procedure. 
                               -Osman Parvez
                                89 200q (155K miles)
                                Siena College
                                Albany NY