car engine idles rough?

1993 NISSAN ALTIMA
96,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FEUSTOND
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my car idles rough but not all the time,seems like mostly when my gas is low, but not sure. sometimes it will run for a week perfect then somtimes it misses out for 2 days straight, it dosnt die but it idles will rough but drives decent on highway.
Dec 12, 2007 at 4:44 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the auxiliary air control valve this is the one that controls the idle speed.
Dec 12, 2007 at 7:07 PM
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STRAILER
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I would replace the fuel filter, this can become clogged and cause this issue. Also, I would change out the spark plugs and plug wires and service the throttle body, this guide should help fix it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/repairing-engine-rough-idle-issues

For a 1993 Nissan Altima, the recommended spark plugs are NGK V-Power (BKR5E-11) or Denso (K16PR-U11)

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