

| Subject: | Loss of Power after carwash |
| From: | Michael Sullivan |
| Date: | Mon, 6 Apr 2009 11:34:19 -0500 |
First... I have not finished diagnosing this, but wanted to put it out there. I got back from the beach on Sat and ran the van through an under-carriage rinse yesterday. Immediately noticed a loss of power, about 40-50%. If i put it in low(auto) then I eventually get it to run better, but as soon as I switch to a higher gear, seems I lose it again. Left it overnite and took it on a 5-6 miles hwy drive to 'dry it out' but still same prob. Before I pull plugs and replace(also cap and rotor) I wanted to ask advice. Possible water in tail pipe? Also noticed temp gauge doesn't read middle like usual. This happened right after rinse. I had previously detailed engine last week and all good to beach and back. TIA Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT 'Gringo' 73 Beetle
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