engine hessatation

1996 FORD F-150
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LTRRIDERXX
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96 f 150 5.8 351 windsor with msd ignition and k & n cold air intake was driving last night and my check engine light came on i checked all fluid and they were good but when i took off and i slowly accerate my truck kinda hessatates and shakes but when i floor it it runs ok but slight loss of power
Jan 28, 2011 at 7:47 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Could be caused by one of the following below

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
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 it and keep testing.
Jan 28, 2011 at 7:53 PM
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