Date: Fri, 28 Feb 2003 17:12:50 +0000 From: Grunff <grunffnospam.com> Subject: Re: weird apc
Simon Putz wrote: > i read some stuff on the saabmaster page and i noticed that there is no > difference in boost between cruise control set on or off > the boost gauge spikes to around 3/4 of the yellow and then cuts back to > 2/3, if i disconnect the APC system (fuse or the solenoid connector) > i get a little less than 2/3 on the gauge. i remember that when i got the > car boost went up much more even a bit into the red sometimes. > i dont have an idea what might be shot, but i will check out the knock > sensor, vacuum lines and wiring now, maybe something is just loose or so. > if i disconnect all the hoses from the solenoid i get mad uncontrolled boost > tho, does that mean my wastegate is working properly? Yes, it does. The most common causes of reduced boost are bad plugs and vac leaks. Look there first. Good luck. -- Grunff