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Sputter
After using a lot of starting fluid my car began to sputter?
2005 NISSAN ALTIMA
177,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
MARTA13
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After using a lot of starting fluid my car began to sputter. And loses power while driving.
May 2, 2023 at 11:56 AM
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It sounds like you may have burned out the MAF sensor, but we should run the codes to see what comes up.
This guide can help:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing
This guide can help as well:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/step-by-step-guide-on-what-causes-an-automobile-to-sputter-and
Here is how to change out the MAF sensor in case you need it. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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May 3, 2023 at 3:38 AM
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