my car wont stay running

1992 BUICK PARK AVENUE
4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MSWEENEY2285
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at first our car was bogging down. so my husband changed the spark plugs. well then it didn't want to stay running so he put the old plugs back in and it still wont stay running.
Jun 19, 2011 at 8:11 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Got check engine light?

Clean out the idle air control valve and check/test the TPS and MAP sensors-to include the EGR and PCV valves and fuel pressure
Jun 19, 2011 at 8:26 PM
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MSWEENEY2285
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thank you we will try that
Jun 19, 2011 at 8:35 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You're Welcome
Jun 19, 2011 at 8:48 PM
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