Engine Performance Checklist


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

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

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

2. Run Rough

When Engine is cold
Under heavy acceleration
When Engine is hot
While Idling
Under light acceleration

3. Misfire or Hesitate

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

4. Have other symptoms:

Exhaust smell (rotten eggs)
Backfire (pop-cough-sputter)
Smokes excessively
No power from engine
Pinging-light throttle-heavy throttle
Diesels/ runs on after key off
Poor Gas Mileage
Other (Specify)  ____________
 

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

6. Is your car equipped with fuel injection?

Yes No