Lack of power on a 1988 Pontiac Grand Am

Tiny
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  • 1988 PONTIAC 1000
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
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I just bought a 1988 pontiac grand am and it is very sluggish, plus I smell gas any suggestions?
Wednesday, May 4th, 2011 AT 5:13 PM

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Tiny
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Could be caused by one of the following below

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
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 it and keep testin
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Wednesday, May 4th, 2011 AT 6:19 PM

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