Engine sputters out

190,000 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KORNAJ201
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It first started when I turned the car on. As I turned the key, it took a few turns for the car to start. Then the car hesitated when I first push the accelerator pedal before it would drive normally. The heat intensity blowing from the vents would fluctuate as I would drive. I drove for about 2 miles and pulled in a parking lot. As I slowly approached the stall, the engine just died out. I put the car in park and tried to start it again. It took a few turns, but the car started up. There are no warning lights on to indicate a problem. What would cause this and is it going to be a continuing problem?
Dec 27, 2015 at 11:22 AM
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HMAC300
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clean throttle plate on both sides and iac hole with choke cleaner.if it continues check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it.
Dec 27, 2015 at 10:50 PM
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KORNAJ201
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What is the iac hole?
Dec 29, 2015 at 8:38 PM
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HMAC300
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idle air control it's aoblong hole in throttle body you'll see it right away
Dec 29, 2015 at 11:07 PM
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