When I am driving the car starts jerking?

Tiny
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When I am driving the car starts jerking don't now why even when I stop at a traffic light and also losing power take time to get up to speed it just started doing it few days ago. I'm thinking it could be my spark plugs but not sure please help.
thanks.
Saturday, April 4th, 2009 AT 11:52 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

There could be several factors as of why the vehicle runs rough and has low power. It could be for the engine not getting proper spark or fuel.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-low-engine-power
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

First you need to scan for any trouble codes. Typically if there is misfire or any issue with a sensor the check engine light will be illuminated. You will need to scan for the engine codes.

https://youtu.be/vMwTzURWXmk

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

Check the spark plugs for wear and gap. If you have excessive carbon build up you could have misfire when trying to accelerate. That will make it difficult to get up to speed.

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

Please let me know of any questions.

Thank you.
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