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Old 11-03-2017, 02:28 PM
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Loss of power

Hi, My car has been standing for a bit now when I drive, it has its normal beasty power but once it gets hot or driving for 15 mins or so, it losses its power then drives like the supercharger aint operating.
Has any1 encounted such an issue or does some1 have any advise on what could be the culprit?
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Originally Posted by Jaimen
Hi, My car has been standing for a bit now when I drive, it has its normal beasty power but once it gets hot or driving for 15 mins or so, it losses its power then drives like the supercharger aint operating.
Has any1 encounted such an issue or does some1 have any advise on what could be the culprit?
Your IAT (intake air temp) is above the threshold (of safety) and is causing your car to disable the supercharger (de-activating the SC clutch).

VERY common problem caused by a non-running charge cooler pump.

You will more than likely need a new pump, but start by checking the fuse; it is F23 (in box under hood next to brake master). Early cars came with a 5amp, later cars used a 7.5amp (upgrade fuse to 7.5amp).

regardless of whether or not the fuse is blown, a new pump is likely in order.
make sure you get the bosch 010 pump (upgraded replacement, generally available for less than $110 shipped)
http://www.new-part.com/product/new-...yABEgK9vPD_BwE.

Cheers,
Chris

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