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1998 Hyundai Atos Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Spark, Abs.
Mileage: 58,000 miles.

Asked on November 17, 2010

Kangaroo car

Why does my car hesitate and kangaroo up the road even when its warmed up
Avatar Asked by joiner42

Answer

Replied on November 17, 2010

Lack of acceleration,chugging,hesitating,jerking,bogging,misfiring etc. 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.
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 it

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