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2007 Chevrolet Optra lack of power uphill

Tiny
MARIA TERESA ROJAS
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  • 2007 CHEVROLET OPTRA
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 72,500 MILES
When running uphill the car loses power, stops running and eventually turns off. Then after starting it again it continues running almost normally until I run into another hill. Could you please explain what the problem might be.
Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 4:21 PM

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Tiny
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Always start with the basics. If you've not done so, then it's time to think about a tune up. Don't forget the air and fuel filters. If you've done these recently, then then next time it goes up a hill and begins to lag, try manually downshifting the transmission. It may be a transmission issue. Check the fluid. It should be pink and smell sweet. If its a brown color or smells burnt, then start with a transmission service
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