Topic: 5.0 Engine problems

[Merrell121]

So i have a 1989 mustang lx that wont idle correctly, it pops and bogs down when not given gas....i just replaces the spark plugs and the ditributer cap and wires. Can somebody please help me.

[rmodel65]

a 1989 ford mustangs is equipped with what is called a Mass Air Flow sensor(MAF for short) it needs to be cleaned to kept the engine running its best... http://www.mikefordmustang.com/writeups/how-to-clean-mustang-MAF/how-to-clean-mustang-maf.php

also you need to do that/\ and set your TPS http://www.muscularmustangs.com/tps.php (note if you can turn your tps in either direction you might need to take it off and use a drill bit to elongate the holes slightly to give you adjust-ability

hope this helps