2002 Kia Rio Possible trans problem

Tiny
JRIZZA
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  • 2002 KIA RIO
  • 2.8L
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 116,000 MILES
Bought this car a few weeks ago when the check engine light was on ran fine for a few weeks, today it started rough idling and wont go above 20 with pedal to the metal, unless it's on a straightaway an takes time to get the mph up not exactly sure what's wrong need any advice
Tuesday, August 18th, 2015 AT 9:08 PM

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Tiny
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Scan codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it.
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2015 AT 8:21 AM
Tiny
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Can't drive it anywhere
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2015 AT 9:06 PM
Tiny
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Then have it towed to a trans shop they can check it but it kind of sounds like it needs to be rebuilt.
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Thursday, August 20th, 2015 AT 5:34 AM
Tiny
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Indeed it does blew 2 of the 4 cylinders sold it for $50 dollars considering thats like a $2000 job
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Thursday, August 20th, 2015 AT 3:12 PM

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