Nissan Primera II (1996 - 1999) - 97 1.6 dip in power around 3750 rpm

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Mon 20 Oct 2008 10:19
97 1.6 dip in power around 3750 rpm - Carton
Hi,
I have a petrol primera with 150k miles. It continues to run very well except for a power dip of some sort around 3750 rpm.

When accelerating in say 3rd gear, the car will accelerate smoothly up to this point, then the power seems to dip for a split second and then push on again past this point.

Any thoughts on what might be causing this?

Many thanks,
Carton

Edited by Pugugly on 20/10/2008 at 21:21

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Mon 20 Oct 2008 21:18
1997 1.6 Dip in power around 3750 rpm - McP
I would imagine a dirty MAF sensor.

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There is a MAF cleaning guide for the 1.6 but I recommend you ask for advise first.
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Mon 20 Oct 2008 22:03
1997 1.6 Dip in power around 3750 rpm - Carton
Hi Primera97,
I had a quick look at that site and it sounds promising. Many thanks for your help.
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