Occassionaly when I turn the key to start my 2.0 EFI Royal Lounge 4x4 automatic I get a backfire and the engine cuts out. When the engine is running I have no problems, in fact it runs like a dream. Could the backfire be caused by a leaking vac pipe and if yes which pipe might it be? The idle speed is a little higher than normal, 1100rpm in 'N' or 'P' but drops to 850rpm when put into 'D'.
I am going on holiday soon, 6 up with luggage and bikes so I need it to be in good order.
Thanks in advance. Bill.

- (#11981) Bill , 6 Jul 04 15:03

Bill

Have you checked the diagnostic socket for errors? If no errors then yes vacuum leaks on the air intake line could be the trouble. I have the EFI section from the manual scanned and zipped up. Trouble is it is 12.8MB or 5 x 2.8MB.

Depends upon the space in your inbox. Let me know if you want it or any specific references from the manual.

- (#11981) Ian Dunse (Derbs), 7 Jul 04 11:55