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What are some reasons why my car sputters when I press the gas pedal?
I’ve been so nervous this week about my car. It’s been starting but it makes a weird sputtering noise. What are some reasons why my car sputters when I press the gas pedal?
Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Fuel system problems are the likeliest reason why your car sputters when you press the gas pedal. The fuel system includes:
- Filter
- Pump
- Injectors
Your spark plugs may be dirty, too.
Less likely causes for the sputtering are faulty O2 sensors, malfunctioning catalytic converter, or a bad gasket.
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