whats wrong with my car?

1991 MAZDA MX6
223,215 MILES
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DAVE91
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when i start my car it starts up and idols normal. when i apply gas pedal while its idoling, it sputters and dies. Ichanged fuel filter and checked fuel pressure the fuel pressure is fine. what could it be?
Jan 14, 2012 at 6:07 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the airflow meter and the throttle position sensor-also check for code/s

What was the fuel pressure readings?
Jan 14, 2012 at 6:21 PM
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