1998 Dodge Neon poor performance

98NEONRT

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1998 DODGE NEON
4 CYL
FWD
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98,654 MILES

I was driving home and my neon just lost power, it would not accerate at all, I had to baby it home in first gear, now the car is turbo (aftermarket) I didn't install it I brought it off my friend, it ran well for 2 months then all of sudden it happened. So I replaced the injectors and nothing, the engine check light came on and from what I was told it said misfired.

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JDL

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Welcome to the forum, how long since a tune-up? What was the actual code? Obd2 code should tell which cylinder has a problem, unless multiple misfire. Use a gage and check fuel pressure. I can't help you with the turbo, if that is the issue.

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Friday, November 6th, 2009 AT 12:57 PM

98NEONRT

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The code was multiple misfires, I replaced the plugs, wires, but didn't do the core pack, the turbo is fine it just wont get the correct fuel, what is the correct pressure (fuel) for this car? Like I mention it ran great then all of a sudden lack of power & check lite on.

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Friday, November 6th, 2009 AT 8:07 PM

98NEONRT

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Can I put a 2000 neon fuel pump & regulator in my 98 neon? And does the regulator have more psi then the stock one in my 98?

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Friday, November 6th, 2009 AT 8:09 PM

JDL

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Manufacturer specs for your vehicle, fuel pressure, 48psi, nonturbo. The turbo manufacturer may have their own web site, where you can get their specs.

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Saturday, November 7th, 2009 AT 8:50 AM