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Engine Fluctuating Tachometer ( Intermittent)

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Just started yesterday. And ideas what/where to fix ? Its a 1990 Mustang GT 302 w/ EFI .Driving along tac needle .jumps all over the place.Then settles to proper RPM.Then repeats.Eng is running smooth....Thanks.
 

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Dump codes sticky

Look at the top of the 5.0 Tech forum where the sticky threads are posted. One of them is how to dump the computer codes. Codes may be present even if the CEL (Check Engine Light) isn’t on. You don’t need a code reader or scanner – all you need is a paper clip, or if your lady friend has a hair pin, that will do the job.
I highly suggest that you read it and follow the instructions to dump the codes. http://www.stangnet.com/mustang-forums/threads/how-to-pull-codes-from-eec4.889006/
 
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