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Posted on Jan 26, 2009

Engine hesitation, the trac off light comes and car hesitates.

Engine hesitation, the trac off light comes on and car hesitates. I have changed the map sensor but nothing.

  • moosed82 May 21, 2009

    I have a similar problem with 99 grand am, but when it happens it shifts hard and the whole car jolts...and everything seems to be fine after i restart the car...it comes back seemingly at random

    does that sound at all familiar?

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SOURCE: Engine hesitation, the trac off light comes and car hesitates.

This is just a shot... Get a Can of "SeaFoam" and pour it into your gas tank with a full tank of gas. Then take it for a "Spirited" drive on the freeway or highway for at least 30 minutes to an hour. (Longer is better) i have had many cars with a little hesitation or sputtering fixed with this awsome product. it is a very powerful cleaner that has chemicals that other brands simply do not have. Conditions should have improved after your 1 hour drive. and will continue to improve as you continue to drive with that treated tank of gas. If the problem persists then you need to get the OBD trouble codes and let it direct you to the failed part. At least you would rule dirt "Out of the Question" (Also read the can for other things that Seafoam can fix on your car and how to use it) also does wonders for a couple cap-fuls in the lawn-mower...Chainsaw....Snowblower...etc i Hope this helps you out... Good Luck!

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