Car starts but the RPMs fluctuate and backfiring?

Tiny
PARINSHAMEEL
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  • 2001 NISSAN SUNNY
  • 1.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 200 MILES
Car starts but does not idle and sputtering.
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 AT 7:39 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like the engine needs a tune up, I would also run the codes as well. Here are the instructions on how to swap the plugs out which I would replace the ignition coils as well. Here is a guide that will help:

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

NGK Double Platinum Tipped

Standard Type .................... PLFR5A-11
Cold Type .................... PLFR6A-11
Hot Type .................... PLFR4A-11

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 AT 5:08 PM

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