98 S70 GLT engine problem

_squeezy · Post by **_squeezy** » 06 Mar 2006, 23:24

It has 88K on it. Bought it from a dealership fully serviced. I've put about 1K on it myself. So every once in a while, when I get back in the car after 7+ hours of being off, it'll feel like it driving on only 4 cylinders, or something is holding it back. It doesn't sound the same at higher rpms when it does it, but it straightens out after I come to a complete stop. What could be causing this do you think? I appreciate any help!

Post by **pfeener** » 07 Mar 2006, 06:18

First, start by seeing if there are any DTCs (diagnostic trouble codes) set. Auto Zone will pull the codes for you for free.

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 07 Mar 2006, 18:30

To me it sounds like a bad ignition wire that is shorting and then not shorting as you come to a stop...G-force causing your wiring it straighten out. I would for sure check your fault codes though. If it's wiring, then you'll get a code like a "missing compresion at plug #5," etc. type code.