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2000 Dodge Intrepid Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Fuel pump, Hood.
Mileage: 115,500 miles.

Asked on December 8, 2011

If the timing jumped a tooth or two,would it still run and run bad ?

This car sputters and shakes just sitting in the driveway at idle. It doesn't act like a misfire.

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Replied on December 8, 2011

Check for vacuum leaks, check IAC, check fuel pump pressure. Also, let me know what engine you have.

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Replied on December 8, 2011

What is the best way to find the vaccum leak ?

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Replied on December 8, 2011

Sorry, it has a 3.2 L engine

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Replied on December 8, 2011

Just visually inspect under the hood, listen for hissing noise when the engine is running, or use carb cleaner... see our homepage under the DIY section if you plan to use carb cleaner. I wrote a how to for safely using it and not starting a fire.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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