Check the fresh air tube between the mass air flow sensor and throttle body for cracks. There must be no air getting into the engine that doesn't go through the sensor.

Answered by caradiodoc (expert)
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Well I just checked it and there is no cracks. I dont know what else to do.

Response from travisbigt59
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The next step would be to find a mechanic with a scanner that can read live sensor data to see what the Engine Computer is seeing. It will show whether the oxygen sensors are reporting rich or lean conditions vs. switching rapidly between those like it should. You might also suspect a dirty mass air flow sensor. If it doesn't read the correct amount of incoming air, the computer won't command the proper amount of fuel to go with that air. You'll get the same result from a vacuum leak too.

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i actually put a new mass airflow sensor on it already. i was gonna get my friend to put his scanner on it tomorrow. He told me he thinks its the idle air control valve. I really hope not cuz thats an expensive part.

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Still havnt figured out the problem. I think i may have a catalytic converter problem. The exhaust smells funny and im just noticing this. I also forgot to mention when i get it over 2500 rpms it seems to stop vibrating and pick up power. Any help Plz

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Boy, that sure sounds like a cracked air tube. That is REAL common on Probes. Instead, check for a vacuum leak in one of the smaller hoses. Try pinching them off at various places to see if the engine smooths out.

You can also try introducing a little propane through a vacuum hose. If that clears up the running problem, not enough fuel is getting in.

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