What does it mean if your Subaru is sputtering?

What does it mean if your Subaru is sputtering?

To a non-mechanic, it feels like the fuel supply is sputtering. We have had it to the mechanic 5 times (3 times to Subaru dealer) and, of course, the problem will not showcase itself during these visits. Only once did the check engine light come on, and that reported a possible problem with the throttle position sensor.

What is the computer fault code for Subaru?

The computer fault code was PO122 ? throttle position sensor code. After speaking to a friend of a friend’s mechanic (unfortunately long distance so he couldn’t actually help me), I learned that Subaru issued NEW TPS part #22633AA240 (~$600?) and that numerous issues were flagged to this issue, all reported as intermittent.

Why did my Subaru Outback hesitate to change the spark plug?

My hesitation was due to my plug wire on #3 breaking apart after the last spark plug change (I pulled on the proper location of the wires to take the wires off). I changed them in the parking lot of the local Subaru dealership (when I was out of town!).

What does it mean when your Subaru is bucking?

We have intermittently experienced a “bucking” issue that is worse going uphill and/or in the rain, and usually happens at speeds over 50 mph. To a non-mechanic, it feels like the fuel supply is sputtering. We have had it to the mechanic 5 times (3 times to Subaru dealer) and, of course, the problem will not showcase itself during these visits.

What causes no start, no run Subaru Forester?

Your 02 Forester has a MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor. It can cause a no start, no run, but doesn’t usually cause the intermittent problems seen with a contaminated MAF sensor strip. The TPS (Throttle position Sensor) can cause this, but when I have seen them do it, Subaru’s usually set a code.

Why does my Forester sputter when water hits it?

If you have swirched stations and get exactly the same result odds are it is not water. If you have water stay in the gas it stays on top of the fuel. Every time you run down to the same level the car sputters. You can also have it sputter on hills when the water hits the pickup.

Why does my 2014 Subaru Forester stall sometimes?

My 2014 Subaru Forester’s engine at times acts as if it is going to stall. It acts as though it is getting no fuel. I have had the fuel filter/fuel pump assembly replaced and it seemed to run ok for a short time. The stalling action does not always happen.

What kind of engine does a Subaru have?

THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. VEHICLES EQUIPED WITH H-6 3.0L ENGINES. ( NHTSA ITEM NUMBER – 10020697 ) Perhaps it’s time for another visit to the Subaru dealer. Has the fuel pressure been checked?

Why does my Subaru hesitate when I accelerate?

Subaru 2004 2l auto tip tronic. It seems to hesitate or have slow or lack of power when you accelerate slowly Just resolved a similar problem on ’03 Forester 2.0 turbo. Car would not respond for 2 to 3 seconds when the accelerator pedal is pushed. Also, when it finally kicked in it lacked power.

What to do about hesitation in a Subaru Outback?

I have a 2007 Outback that had the same symptoms. Taking the MAF (Mass Air Flow) Sensor out and spraying some electronic sensor cleaner on it removed the hesitation. There are just two screws that hold it in to the intake, so it is a quick operation.

Why does my Subaru have a low power response?

After explaining problem to mech he said it was either the fuel pressure regulator or the fuel filter, I took the opportunity to replace spark plugs, air filter, oil, oil filter, and a very dirty fuel filter (which I believe was the culprit in my case), and of course a very expensive O2 sensor. Car drives like new again…response is super!

What’s the problem with my Subaru Outback H6?

I’ve had this intermittent problem on our 2003 Outback H6 for a full year, but it never threw a code until last week when the Check Engine light came- and stayed-on. My independent mechanic scanned it and also found a PO122. He checked online in a mechanics-only forum and found nine posts on this problem.

Is it safe to drive a 2004 Subaru Outback?

Since the 2 other sensors didn’t register on the car’s computer, my Subaru mechanic doesn’t feel they’re the problem. Please help. This car is not safe to drive and we have an upcoming vacation planned. Edmunds lists the following technical service bulletin for the 2004 Outback: THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. VEHICLES EQUIPED WITH H-6 3.0L ENGINES.

Is there a problem with the Subaru WRX STI?

The new lawsuit, contends Subaru failed to disclose the WRX and WRX STI engine problem to consumers, and says numerous people have experienced engine damage and “catastrophic” failure while driving affected vehicles, “placing themselves and those around them in immediate danger.” This is the second lawsuit brought against Subaru of America.

When did the 2013 Subaru WRX break down?

The California-based law firm, filed the class-action lawsuit in the name of Vincent Salcedo, who says his 2013 Subaru WRX developed a “knocking sound”, then broke down on a California highway in July, 2017.