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Engine losing power

Tiny
KARSON LAINE HALEY
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  • 2009 NISSAN VERSA
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 72,611 MILES
We were driving down the highway when the car lost power and was lurching back and forth whenever we pressed the gas. Now we cannot go over twenty miles an hour without it sputtering and losing power.
Saturday, July 1st, 2017 AT 7:04 PM

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Tiny
HARRY P
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There are a lot of things that can cause this type of behavior. If the service engine light is on, please get it scanned and get back to us with the code. That could help narrow it down. The local auto parts shops should scan it for free.

Aside from that, raise the hood and look and see if there is anything obviously wrong. Mainly, look for hoses that are unplugged or broken. If you do not see anything wrong, then check your fuses. Fuse box locations and information should be in your owner's manual. If you do not find any blown fuses, then more advanced diagnostic work is needed. Start with what I have outlined above and let us know.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge - See this link for some examples of broken/leaky vacuum lines.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-car-fuse-works - See this link for information on checking fuses.

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