2000 Ford Mustang Misses and Sputters

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MICHELLE98
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I need some help with my 2000 Ford Mustang.
The mileage is 84,000.
Last night when I drove my car, it seemed sluggish, and it seemed to sputter. The tail pipe smell was strong. It seems to miss really bad.
It starts up with no trouble and will drive, put really misses.
Could someone send me an e-mail with some suggestions?
Also, the check engine light flashed 25 times. I have been told that is a computer code.

Thanks!
Michelle
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Aug 26, 2006 at 7:20 AM
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TAURUSWHEEL
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Take it to a local autoparts store where they will scan it for free, MAKE SURE you get the code, post it back here, maybe someone can help... do not buy any parts, yet, while you are there...
Aug 26, 2006 at 10:06 AM
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Have the check engine light scanned for free at an auto parts store, record the code, and do not buy any parts until the code is known.

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The owner of a 2000 Ford Mustang with 84,000 miles reports sluggish running, sputtering, a strong exhaust smell, and a severe miss. The car starts and drives, and the check engine light flashed repeatedly. The expert advises a free scan at an auto parts store, posting the code, and not buying parts yet.

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