1997 GMC Jimmy Sputtering

1997 GMC JIMMY
148,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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GREENY4704
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My Jimmy shut off on me one day on my way to work didn't act weird or anything just shut off. I can get it to start every now and then and it will idle perfect till i shut it off. When i start to accelerate it starts to sputter and will only get to like 1500 rpm's. What can i try?
Jul 6, 2010 at 7:25 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Possibilities: Inspect and test all the following listed below:

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
False air leakage.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard
Jul 6, 2010 at 10:16 PM
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