2001 Acura EL

2001 ACURA EL
220,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JJT143
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I noticed that when I started to drive to work in the morning, there is no problem. On my way home, the beginning of my driving, the engine seems like its going to die then it will go back up again.

What could be the problem?
Apr 12, 2010 at 6:39 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Inspect and test all the following listed below and get back with some results

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position 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.
Apr 13, 2010 at 6:11 AM
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