1998 Ford Contour Support Question
1998 Ford Contour Support Question
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Question posted by user9878 on June 13th, 2015
Why Do I Need To Step On The Gas Pedal Before I Start My Car.
98 ford contour need to step on gas pedal before I go out and then car runs rough like it wants to quite.
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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on June 14th, 2015 3:18 AM
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You most likely have a clogged/blocked or dirty fuel injector. Purchase a bottle of a fuel injector cleaner
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