1999 Toyota Corolla Engine

Tiny
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  • 1999 TOYOTA COROLLA
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 716,840 MILES
Automatic transmission
716,840 miles
HELP ME! I know some stuff about cars, which is still next to nothing and I don't know what's wrong with my car. It started right after I got the oil changed about 2 months ago, and has been slowly getting worse. At first, it would just have a hard time accelerating up a steep hill, but after pressing harder on the gas, it would be fine. This has devolved into a serious problem. Any time I slow or stop, it almost stalls, and (to get out of the way of the angry folks behind me) when I step harder on the gas, it will move, but sometimes starts making this klunking noise. Other times, it drives just fine. It really doesn't like hills, which is a problem considering I live in Duluth (all hills).I've had the oil changed since, no difference. And 3 or 4 times, I've added bottles of that gas line cleaner stuff that is supposed to clean gunk out- no change. It seems like a problem with the car not being able to get enough gas. Any ideas or suggestions would be life-saving! Thanks!
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2015 AT 3:22 PM

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Tiny
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Any codes stored in the computer? It sounds more like and engine issue than tansmission issue

Roy
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Sunday, November 8th, 2015 AT 8:44 AM
Tiny
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M I glad to hear tht. After coming down a hill and about to drive it spit blue smoke. A mechanic is saying Thts it's the valve seal. Can valve seal causes the car to loose power as well as burning excessive petrol? Thanks for ur reply. Appreciate it.
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Sunday, November 8th, 2015 AT 11:16 AM
Tiny
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I don't hav a code reader as yes hoping to get one but Nt until Dec to Jan. Thts y I asked.
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Sunday, November 8th, 2015 AT 11:18 AM
Tiny
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I need the code to further help you

Roy
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Sunday, November 8th, 2015 AT 11:32 AM

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