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Old May 23, 2006 | 07:06 AM
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When i crank my ls in the morning it runs fine. I drive for about 30 mins and i notice that one I take off from complete stop, it starts stuttering like it s not getting any gas. So i kinda put a little extra on it and it goes back to normal but it runs sluggishly. What should I do?
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Old May 23, 2006 | 09:44 AM
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when is the last time the fuel filter has been replaced? that is where i would start first.
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Old May 23, 2006 | 09:46 AM
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Hello,

is the engine stuttering, or is it only while driving? Chrck if the engine runs smooth in neutral.

If it only occurs during driving do an ATF-Flush. If the engine is stuttering check the spark plug wires. They are most common to fail.

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Old May 30, 2006 | 11:26 AM
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which cables and how do i change the fuel filter
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Old May 30, 2006 | 12:02 PM
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By cables, he means the spark plug wires.

How to change spark plug wires by LexLS:

http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/ignition/sparkplugs.html

How to change fuel filter by LexLS:

http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/EFI/fuelfilter.html
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Old May 30, 2006 | 02:08 PM
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Miles on the car? When was the last time you did a tune up? Maintenance history? We need more information to properly assist you.

Scott
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Old May 31, 2006 | 11:26 AM
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last tune up was never done. Last recent mechanic visit was for a fluid change in the back transfer case. So you guys thinnk i need new wires and plugs. If so what do you recommend.
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