1987 Mitsubishi Starion

1987 MITSUBISHI STARION
196,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ILLINI90
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The car will start but has little power when moving and doesnt sound right. It kind of sounds like a go cart when its running now. the oil pressure gauge is also reading zero while it is running.
Oct 30, 2010 at 4:55 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi illini90,

Low power, oil pressure and abnormal noises indicates a possible fault with the engine and lubricating system. Possibly a faulty oil pump.

Did you check the oil level?
Oct 31, 2010 at 4:27 AM
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ILLINI90
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the oil level is good its just that there is no oil pressure
Oct 31, 2010 at 3:46 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The oil pump is driven by the counter balance shaft drive belt and I believe the belt has failed. You would need to remove the timing belt cover to inspect. .
Nov 1, 2010 at 7:38 AM