Rough idle?

Tiny
ALAN GREGORY
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  • 2004 FORD TAURUS
  • 160,000 MILES
When I come to a stop the engine starts to sputter like it wants to shut off. Any advice?
Saturday, October 29th, 2022 AT 3:41 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
  • MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
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This sounds like you have a vacuum leak, or the throttle body needs to be replaced. Here are two guides to help us fix the problem. Check for leaks when the engine is cold only.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Please go over these guides and report back.

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Sunday, October 30th, 2022 AT 3:38 PM

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