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2004 Saturn Ion Repair Question


Topics covered: Auto parts, Engine, Check engine light.
Mileage: 100,000 miles.

Asked on May 6, 2011

Engine problems

My cars engine started running rough and has no power when I try to accelerate. I can floor it and it barely goes. The rpms stay under 2,000 I also noticed that it had smoke coming from the exhaust when I take off. It does not do this all of the time though. I drove all the way to work and it didn't have any problems, but did on my way home.

Avatar Asked by maxsom

Answer

Replied on May 7, 2011

The first thing you need to do is take it to a auto parts store and have them scan it for codes.Let me know what the exact codes are.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on May 7, 2011

my check engine light is not on and the parts store said they couldn't help.

Tiny Response from maxsom
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Replied on May 7, 2011

I dont know why the auto parts store thinks just because your lights not on that there isnt any codes.We need to see if you have any codes that is are starting point then we can gonfrom there.Do they rent the scanners anywhere in your area?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
23,156 answers provided