Sputters/stalls on start up and acceleration

Tiny
DON COOK2
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  • 2001 MERCURY VILLAGER
  • 3.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
Sputters/stalls when accelerator is first applied and on startup like there is too little gas. Runs okay after you pump the gas and get it going. It is getting worse.
Sunday, November 5th, 2017 AT 8:59 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like the engine is misfiring have you installed new spark plugs or had a tune up lately? If not lets start with these three guides to help us get going in the right direction to get your car fixed.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-tune-up-a-car-engine

and

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

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

and

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

Please let us know.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, November 6th, 2017 AT 2:28 PM

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