2002 Nissan Altima engine chokes while driving

2002 NISSAN ALTIMA
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DANA1412
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Engine Performance problem
2002 Nissan Altima 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

Car starts up fine and idels with no problems. But when driving it randomly chokes and sputters. doesnt happen all the time but none the less, it does happen. did a tune up but didnt fix the issue.
Jun 8, 2010 at 8:52 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Inspect and test all the following listed below:

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
False air leakage.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
Jun 8, 2010 at 9:25 PM
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