1989 VW Golf Gas

Tiny
YOOPER MAN
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  • 1989 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 149,000 MILES
Engine sometimes has a miss under load
Monday, January 10th, 2011 AT 1:42 AM

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Tiny
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Could be caused by one of the following:

Oxygen sensors.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
False air leakage.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
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