Car hesitates

MICHELLE WOLPERT

MEMBER
2006 VOLVO S40
2.5L
5 CYL
AWD
AUTOMATIC
140,000 MILES

My car hesitates and has lack of power. It stalls out when stopped. Feels like it does not run on all cylinders. I just replaced the #1 cylinder coil pack. This car sat for several months and outside and I just bought it from the old owner. Can you give me some input on what I need to do to get it up to par? I will be doing the work on it myself.

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SATURNTECH9

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So number one cylinder is not firing anymore?

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Saturday, August 20th, 2016 AT 8:03 PM

MICHELLE WOLPERT

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Well it seems like that maybe part of the problem. But it somehow seems like there could be other issues as well. I am sure it could use a tune up bad. I just got the car yesterday so have not had much of a chance to find out.

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Saturday, August 20th, 2016 AT 10:54 PM

SATURNTECH9

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Have you had the car checked for codes yet? If not have that done and let me know the exact code numbers not code descriptions?

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Sunday, August 21st, 2016 AT 7:51 AM

RENEE L

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Hi Michelle,

If you decide you would like to conduct the scan yourself here is a link to an article that features written step by step instructions and pictures explaining how to do the scan yourself, also I have included a link to our YouTube channel with a how to video on code scanning. Most scanners are inexpensive to purchase, you can purchase one online from sites like Amazon.com

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

Once you have the codes please get back to us so that we can further assist you. We are always happy to help.

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.com.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Monday, August 22nd, 2016 AT 11:29 AM