acceleration

2002 FORD ESCORT
4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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NRAMOS502
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when taking off in my car it has a sluggish acceleration and loss of power but after it gets going it is fine and it looses power going up hills. Just wanted to get an opinion to see what it could be if i could fix it myself or if i have to take it to the shop. thanks.
Feb 4, 2011 at 1:55 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Lack of acceleration,chugging,hesitating********,bogging,misfiring etc. 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.
False air leakage.
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 testing.
Feb 4, 2011 at 2:33 AM
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