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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 03:16 PM
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I have a 1993 Lexus SC400 with a rough idle. However this is not the big issue that tells what the issue could possibly be.

The main issue is when I hit the throttle to accelerate the RPM gauge goes to 0 and the car bogs and has no power getting going. It doesnt buck or throw you around, just really slow and kind of blap blap idle like a small cam.

I think the rpm gauge going to 0 may indicate what the issue is. I checked the alternator...not the issue. Could it possibly be a CPS or o2 sensor issue? Where does the tach signal come from on these vehicles?
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 03:37 PM
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Check MAF sensor too. Might have a leak somewhere and not reading air coming to the intake properly.
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 07:27 PM
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sounds familiar with many other threads... Use the Search button, there are threads that may help you figure out your answers.
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Old Feb 25, 2010 | 08:59 PM
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did you mess with the plugs/wires before this started happening? more detail would help you get an answer man
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Old Jul 30, 2010 | 06:37 AM
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I changed my spark plugs before this same thing has happened to me.....what could that have to do with it?
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