acceleration power loss

2001 KIA RIO
66,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD
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IMSERLICK
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what causes power loss in a 2001 kia rio?
It Idles fine it starts up fine but when you try to accelerate it sounds like it is starving for fuel
Feb 10, 2011 at 10:36 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.
Feb 10, 2011 at 10:42 PM
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