engine sputtering…after cleaning degreasing a and then hose with mist water?
cleaned my engine 1995 nissan altima) with cleaning/degreasing spray & “shine”, and then it hosed-off w/ a fine mist of water– The same method I’ve used more than once before, on the same car. I’ve had no problems in the past however, this time the engine is running very “rough”. . . . . “Sputtering” (for lack of a better term)– Maybe as-though it’s not firing on all pistons(???)(I don’t know much about engines[!])
The major trouble is during acceleration (especially up hills) but once I get-up to my desired speed, it runs smoothly, as though there’s no problem at all.
I was told that I probably got water somewhere where it shouldn’t be [duh!] & that simply driving around for a while would “blow-out” &/or “dry-up” the problem but, I’ve driven her 85+ miles (mostly highway / 55-70 MPH) now; and now, when I’m stopped & in-gear it doesn’t feel/sound AS bad , but the acceleration problem remains.
Also, during the “sputtering” acceleration, the Check Engine light will flash until about 30 seconds after I’ve reached a continuous speed– Then it remains on: steady. Now the car is dead. it cranks just fine but feels like no gas available. umm help
Well, i clean and took of all 4 spark plugs. there was excessive water and oil in the it. Spark plugs look horrible. Got it replace. car started but still sputter. so minor improvement. Check the wires and it too need replacement. walla! car drives like new!!
IN a way im thankful it happen or i would have still be using the old sparkplug and broken worn out wires. Or worst got it sent to mechannic! Its due for a change and all thanks to all response here
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