Loss of power while driving and uses alot more gas.

2005 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
130,000 MILES
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AGBALOG
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I have a 2005 elantra that is fine when while it idles but there is a large loss of power when shifting through the gears. Also the gas mileage has decreased a lot. Any suggestions on what the problem is?
Nov 29, 2011 at 9:58 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check if the clutch is slipping
Nov 29, 2011 at 10:49 PM
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