Engine Performance Checklist

When was the last time Engine Performance work done on your car?

0-3 mos 3-6 mos 6-9 mos 9-12 mos12-24 mos Longer

 

Battery/Starting Problems

 

Does Engine?

1. Crank over slowly

When engine is cold When engine is hot Always

2. Make unusual noises while cranking?

Sometimes Always

3. Crank over OK, but starts hard

When engine is cold When engine is hot Always

Running Problems

Does Engine?

1. Stall at idle                                         

When engine is cold When engine is hot With A/C on
Under light acceleration Always  

2. Run Rough

When engine is cold When engine is hot Under light acceleration
Under heavy acceleration While idling  

3. Misfire or hesitate    

When engine is cold When engine is hot Under light acceleration
Under heavy acceleration Only occasionally Always

4. Have other symptoms:

Exhaust smell (rotten eggs) Pinging-light throttle-heavy throttle
Backfire (pop-cough-sputter) Diesels/runs on after key off
Smokes excessively

Poor gas mileage
No power from engine

Other (Specify)_____________________________

 5. Have any dash lights been on? (Alt, Temp, Check Engine, etc.)    

6. Is your car equipped with fuel injection?    

Yes No