My explorer idles great, but when I touch the gas it sputters until it hits 2 thousand rpms, then it is fine. What can this be?
Jan 23, 2009 at 8:59 PM
1997 Ford Explorer
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vacuum leak most likely. check the following as well for lack of power NOT ALL WILL APPLY Engine lacks power... See one of the following: 1.) Incorrect ignition timing. 2) Fuel filter clogged and/of impurities in fuel 3) Faulty or incorrect gapped spark plugs. 4) Air filter dirty. 5) Spark timing control system not working properly. 6) Faulty ignition coil(s) 7) Brakes binding. 8) Auto Trans fluid not correct 9) faulty distributor cap or wires 10) EGR system not functioning properly. 11) Use of sub standard fuel. 12) Low or uneven cylinder compression pressures 13) Air vacuum leak at intake manifold or plenum
Jan 23, 2009 at 9:01 PM
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