My car is sputtering when idle. I already cleaned the mas...
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JoseV819
248 days ago
Hi my name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I will be assisting you today. The system will offer a phone call but please disregard. So to start with do you have a check engine light? When was the last time a tune up was performed?
Customer
248 days ago
There is no engine light and I had the spark plugs changed maybe less than 6 months ago
JoseV819
248 days ago
Ok have you checked the engine for vaccum leaks or unplugged vacuum hoses?
Customer
248 days ago
I haven't done that yet
JoseV819
248 days ago
A vacuum leak would also cause these problems I would check that next.
Customer
248 days ago
Okay I will go ahead and have that checked
JoseV819
248 days ago
Ok
Customer
248 days ago
Thank you for your advice
JoseV819
248 days ago
No problem let me know what you find I’ll leave the case open.
Customer
248 days ago
Okay
JoseV819
248 days ago
Have a good day
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My car is sputtering when idle. I already cleaned the mass air flow sensor, and changed the air filter Mechanic's Assistant: Does the engine stall right after starting? And what about hesitation or jerking during acceleration? No it does not stall and nothing happens when accelerating it runs like normal Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? 2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your CX-5 yourself? What have you tried so far? Yes I am fixing it myself. I cleaned the mass air flow sensor and changed the engine air filter. I put in some Techron fuel injector cleaner this morning. Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? That is it