1996 Chevy Cavalier cavalier not getting power...possibly c

1996 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
175,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JESSEROGERS
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My 1996 cavalier is not getting a lot of power around 20 mph.. it is not my transmission i know that but i think it may be the catalytic converter. has anyone had any similar trouble?
Apr 19, 2010 at 4:33 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Lack of acceleration,chugging,hesitating,bogging etc. could be caused by one of the following below.

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 20, 2010 at 8:13 PM
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