Spits and sputters but after I drive it a ways it stops?
PCARTER705H
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2004 FORD FOCUS
2.0L
2WD
AUTOMATIC
144,000 MILES
When I crank my car, it spits and sputters but after I drive it a ways it stops.
Saturday, March 11th, 2023 AT 6:12 PM
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KEN L
MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
48,363 POSTS
It sounds like you need to change out the spark plugs and ignition coils which are under the most load when the engine is cold. We should run the codes though here is a guide that will help.