Car runs but starts sputtering then loses acceleration?

Tiny
BOOTH324
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  • 2000 NISSAN SENTRA
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 130,000 MILES
Okay, so, the car starts and runs then the dashboard lights came on oil/engine/brake, and all the rest, but then the airbag light flashes and I can't accelerate, and it sputters starts jerking bogs down and shuts off. I can start it back up and it drives fine again for a few miles and happens again after 2/3 times of doing so the battery is drained and needs a jump. I've replaced the mass air flow sensor and mass air flow volume control sensor and a new battery and fuel lines and spark plugs. Can someone please help? I've lost my job over this and now my mom might as well. Please help!
Friday, May 12th, 2023 AT 11:44 PM

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Tiny
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Okay, we can fix it, but we need to run the codes to see what comes up.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

You can get a scanner from Amazon for about $20.00. Please go over this guide and get back to us.
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Saturday, May 13th, 2023 AT 10:25 AM

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