Engine has low power?

Tiny
HARLY JADE SIMPSON
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  • 2006 NISSAN FRONTIER
  • 4.0L
  • V6
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 305,598 MILES
I'm not 100% why. Whenever I try to, the truck starts to become almost "jumpy" and will not go over.
Tuesday, January 5th, 2021 AT 1:43 PM

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Tiny
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This can be caused by a couple different things but first we should scan for codes. this guide will help:

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

Also the engine can be misfiring or the catalytic converter is clogged.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

and

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

Please run down this guide and report back. Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

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Wednesday, January 6th, 2021 AT 11:53 AM

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