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Old May 7, 2007 | 04:26 PM
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a couple days ago i put $10 of gas at a place where i never fill up but i needed gas bad. well anyways i started up my car today to go to school and it seemed a lil rough. as i was driving everytime i got on it the car was jerky and never wanted to go. do u think this could b bad gas? or somethin alot worse?? thanks for ur guys help
Old May 7, 2007 | 04:28 PM
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probably watered down gas, or you got gas when their underground take was low (condensation builds at the bottom)
Old May 7, 2007 | 04:29 PM
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but keep in mind, it could just be bad timing. could be spark plugs, fuel filter etc. try putting some 93 octane in there, see if it smooths out a little.
Old May 7, 2007 | 04:33 PM
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but keep in mind, it could just be bad timing. could be spark plugs, fuel filter etc. try putting some 93 octane in there, see if it smooths out a little.
if i put 93 octane in there would i have to keep puttin it in or just this once... and if is bad gas should i just put new gas in or should i drain it there is hardly any in there
Old May 7, 2007 | 04:35 PM
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oh well if you didnt put that much in drain it. then put your regular gas in, if it still runs rough and youre not throwing a code, try checking the usual stuff, plugs, filters, etc.
Old May 7, 2007 | 06:08 PM
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Sometimes GTs will "gurgle" or sputter a bit when the engine is cold.

Try these in order (running the car after each one)

- Drain the tank, fill with different gas
- Clean the MAF
- Change the fuel filter
- Service or replace the IAC
- Service/replace fuel pump

That should solve it...And about your 93 octane question; No. If you mix different octane ratings of gas, it will basically just average out. There shouldn't be a problem. Bad gas isn't extremely uncommon, so try new gas first!
Old May 7, 2007 | 06:23 PM
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Also, throw some drygas in there, so if there is any water in the tank, it can burn it instead of it just sitting there.
Old May 7, 2007 | 08:00 PM
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thanks guys for ur help i will let u know if any more probs come up
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