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Rough engine running is an indication of many things, which could be one or more of the following:

  • fouled fuel
  • dirty fuel line/filters
  • dirty or NO engine oil
  • dirty intake manifold/throttle body
  • faulty spark plugs [for petrol/gasoline]
  • incorrect engine timing
  • faulty ECU [for EFI engines]
  • faulty idle-up controller [rough idling with a/c engaged]
This is a broad answer to your engine symptom, but it is always best to have this checked by a qualified engine mechanic.
Hope this helps.

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