My car is hesitant when I am driving it tends to "skips" every once in a while.?

Question

I have a 2002 firebird v6 automatic 73,000 miles. Recently my car has been acting funny. While I am driving my car will struggle (it almost jerks) every once in a while. It also seems hard for it to change to the next gear, it does the same skiping then. Any soultions? Any Diagnosis? Any Suggestions?

Answer 1

Sounds like a fuel injector problem.

If you don't, because most people don't, get a fuel injector cleaner and put it in your gas tank. Or, you could fuel up with Chevron. Keep in mind that cheaper gases contain impurities which clog the fuel injector over time. After 73000 miles, you would notice this. You could also have someone inspect that system, check the timing, and the spark plugs. It sounds like the fuel isn't powering your engine, unless of course the jerking is related to shifting, in which case you should have your transmission examined. Many reputable body shops will inspect and even adjust your tranny for free.

Answer 2

I'm not a mechanic, but I would do this:
Go to Checker's or some place like that that does free computer checking and tell them the problem.
One, they'll have good solutions.
-Probably fuel injector cleaner to start.
-Is your engine problem light on? I think your model car should have a plug-in that they can do for free that gives a computer print out on what the car's computer is complaining about;
When you put in the cleaner, do a long run at higher rpm's on the freeway for a drive, to help clean the gunk out.
If it's really cold where you are, also or instead put in HEET, a gas line antifreeze. Water condenses in the gas tank if not kept full all the time, and can clog the gas line.
You could have a dirty gas line filter, too. The guys at Checker, or whatever are good at helping - Or suggesting a good mechanic.
Oh, and be sure to check your wheelwells for any debris, pedestrians, or wheelchairs or the like, that might be causing drag.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

The first thing I would check is the spark plugs and wires, factory ones are rated for 100,000 but (never) last to that, and what you are describing sounds like a engine miss....very easy and cheap to fix, and always the first place I look....

Answer 5

Kvo, You defined the problem well. If you haven't already,I'd suggest you check your owner's manual for any maintenance that may've been overlooked. A pound of prevention is worth about $5.00. Good Luck !

Answer 6

Give it a 10 second shot of laughing gas. Will clear it right up. Garanteed to clean out that combustion chamber.

Answer 7

I had that problem with my car .. it was because my transmission fluid was leaking and it was very low.

Answer 8

have you checked the gear box?