1997 Suzuki Sidekick

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1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK
4 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
140,000 MILES

97 suzuki sidekick will buck and sputter when driving if I put in nuetral will come out of it most of the time but is getting worst. Have changed plugs and wires cap and rotor and fuel filter also tried gas treatment but nothing has helped. It doesnt always do it but here lately it has. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks

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DAVE H

MECHANIC
13,384 POSTS

ENGINE MISFIRES OR HAS LACK OF POWER
Check ignition and valve timing.
Check spark plugs.
Check for high resistance in spark plug wires.
Check for adequate spark with a spark tester.
Check fuel pressure.
Check for worn distributor terminals.
Check cooling system.
Check for dirty or clogged fuel filter.
Check for contaminated fuel.
Check for clogged air filter.
Check for low compression.
Check for vacuum leaks.
Check for restricted exhaust system.
Check for malfunctioning electronic fuel injection system.
Check for malfunctioning EGR valve.
Check for dragging brakes.
Check for slipping clutch.
Check for low automatic transmission fluid level.