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Losing power between 35-45mph 2000rpm

Old Aug 29, 2009 | 05:12 PM
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hey, looking to get some insight on what my problem may be. my rig(90'xj limited) likes to lose power while under load at 35-45mph at 2000rpm. usually when im on a mountain highway and i have to slowly climb a steep hill behind traffic. the only remedies i can some up with is 1. slow down and get some room, then get the rpms past 2200 and avoid losing power 2. hold it as it loses power, and turn on my performance button (kicks the rpm up a nice bit) and get through it. other than that idk what else to do. can anyone tell me what may be the cause of this?
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Old Aug 29, 2009 | 06:58 PM
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I have a similar problem with mines.
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Old Aug 29, 2009 | 07:01 PM
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I think what you are saying is it does not kick down,correct?
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Old Aug 29, 2009 | 07:40 PM
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Yeah, i believe so.
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Old Aug 30, 2009 | 01:00 AM
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kick down? does this mean its not engaging the shift? or is it an engine problem?
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Old Aug 30, 2009 | 01:03 AM
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oh you mean the rpm's when i hit the performance button. no it go from about 2000rpm under load (accelerating pretty good) then i hit it and the rpm goes to about 3000 and im haulin a at this point.
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Old Aug 30, 2009 | 09:07 AM
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When you try to accelerate it should kick down to a lower gear to give you more power.
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