When I crank my car, it spits and sputters but after I drive it a ways it stops.
Mar 11, 2023 at 6:12 PM
spits and sputters but after I drive it a ways it stops?
2004 FORD FOCUS
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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.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing
Here is a guide to help walk you through the tune up process with instructions below to show you how on your car:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-tune-up-a-car-engine
You should service the throttle body as well.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service
Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing
Here is a guide to help walk you through the tune up process with instructions below to show you how on your car:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-tune-up-a-car-engine
You should service the throttle body as well.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service
Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Mar 13, 2023 at 9:16 AM
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