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1999 Chevy Camaro car runs rough

Tiny
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET CAMARO
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 75,000 MILES
1999 Chevy Camaro, mileage: 75,000. I just got my car back from a person who intended on buying it but didn't. Now there are many problems. I know some stuff about cars but you know more so please help me. My car runs rough when first started, it also runs rough when hot. It blows out black smoke, and has lost some power since I last had it. In addition, the transmission has to be redlined in order to shift gears anytime.
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Tuesday, November 9th, 2010 AT 8:17 PM

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Tiny
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There are a number of things that can cause this condition. First, be sure the engine is properly tuned-up. Have the spark plug and plug sires been replaced? Distributor cap and rotor, fuel filter and oxygen sensor? Then scan PCM (computer) for fault codes. This will tell you if any engine control components have failed. Also check for vacuum leaks or bad vacuum hoses. Once the engine is running properly the transmission, "shift points" may be corrected.
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