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Misfires, hesitation?

Tiny
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  • 2007 SUBARU IMPREZA
  • 2.5L
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 207,000 MILES
The car misfires and idles rough, it has hesitation upon acceleration and spits and sputters around 4,500 RPMs. New plugs/wires coil, injectors 02 sensors, checked compression and fuel pressure already.
Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 AT 9:19 AM

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Tiny
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It sounds like the MAF sensor is not working correctly but we should run the codes to see what comes up. Here is a guide to help you and the location of the sensor so you can check it out and replace it if necessary:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

We should check the catalytic converter as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-catalytic-converter

Also, I would check to make sure the air intake boot is connected properly. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens. Please go over these guides and report back.
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Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 AT 5:40 PM

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