2003 Ford Taurus acts as if going to stall in idle

2003 FORD TAURUS
13,500 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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WSNAY
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started running rough, acted as if it wuld stall in idle
went and had it hooked up at the auto parts store on the computer, they said it was running "lean" and to check fuel filter, O2 sensors etc. Checked fuel filter and changed it couldn't find O2 sensors. Still running bad. took it back hooked it up they said it was missing on cylinder #1 and to change spark plugs and wires. Did that and the car ran fine for about a week, now it is doing the same thing it was before. Any ideas? Don't have a lot of money so I am trying to fix it myself and as cheap as I can.
Nov 25, 2009 at 1:49 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Chceck PCV hose at valve cover, common problem is a Vacuum leak causing lean codes and misfires, part is Dealer only, but they got plenty of em!
Nov 25, 2009 at 2:07 AM
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