Tnfcdude

Hi I am new to this site. I have a 98 Firebird. When I start it it feels like it wants to stall but only for about 20 seconds. when i step on the gas it jerks about 5 times and then its fine after i get over 30mph. please help me.

Javi

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iTrader: (5)

I had a problem like this is a Lexus I had before. I did a tune up on it, changed the spark plugs, wires, cap and rotor and it was fine after that.

01'LSwon

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I would try fuel pump and filter if you havent fuel. Then the basic tune up like others mentioned. Maybe even seafoam it if you havent.

Tnfcdude

what does seafoam mean man.

FastrDamnit!

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Did this suddenly start happening or did it develop gradually. And after 20 sec. it runs fine at ANY speed? or just over 30mph? Are you getting any Service Engine lights? (so you can find the fault codes).

Could be a bunch of things depending on the above questions.
In addition to what others said, may want to also check for a loose vacuum hose or air leak in the intake plumbing after the MAF or even the MAF itself.

Tnfcdude

I happened all of a sudden. i just changed my fuel filter and that wasn't it. i turn my car on and it feel like its gonna stall like its choking. then when i step one the gas it jerks a few times untill i get to like 30mph or the car gets warmer. but then when i keep driving if i step one the gas too hard it will stare choking again. like its misfiring

Tnfcdude

what is seafoaming it mean.

iLLuSi0nz

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I had a similar problem with my 01 firebird and it ended up being a bad coil

DCsLS1

https://ls1tech.com/forums/general-m...-your-car.html

LCplmarine98

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Just make sure you follow those Seafoam directions carefully. people have hydrolockded there engines wiht this and bent rods.