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Question: my 2004 at times wont take fuel

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Visitor, 2.4L 4 Cylinder, High Springs, FL, June 26, 2011, 21:40

Some times when I am going down the road the car misses an wont take fuel. Push on the gas an it just like it runs out of gas bogs down but it still runs it dont die. You try to give it gas it wnt take it. Turn the car off an restart it an it is fine runs good and goes one as nothing happon.Eng lite is on an some times its not. What is going wrong an what do I need to do to fix it ????

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    DaveJHM June 26, 2011, 22:40
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    There could be a number of things going on, truthfully. You need a plan of diagnostic attack -- and you will get to the bottom of your issue.

    First - go with the good clues. Have a diagnostic tool hooked up and have a qualified technician check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's). These are stored in the memory of the engine's processor when your check engine light illuminates. These will give you good clues as to what area to start checking in specifically. Keep in mind that these DTC's may or may not have anything to do with your running issue. They probably will, but they may not.

    Have an exhaust restriction test performed. An intermittently moving baffle inside a catalytic converter which at times impedes exhaust flow can cause a power loss. When pressure is released, as with stopping and restarting the vehicle, that baffle may reposition in a more positive location.

    Have a fuel pressure test performed. Fuel starvation will cause this issue.

    That gives you a few ideas - the best move is consulting a quality qualified technician.

    https://repairpal.com/directory?address=32643&car_brand_n...

    Click that link to find a tech near you!

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    mastertech6371 June 27, 2011, 06:44
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    I agree with Dave. It sounds like you have a bad cat.

    Roy

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