The 97 Cavalier could be sputtering because of loss of fuel pressure, or weak spark, among other things. Check these two first to start troubleshooting the problem.
Remove fuel tank
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Low Coolant Level!
Because it's an Audi and they suck!
Try disconnection your MAF ( mass airflow sensor ) and if it doesn't sputter when you accelarate, it means your sensor is gonzo.
you may need a complete tune-up & change fuel filter
will the transmission causes my 1999 ford expedition to bog down & sputter when accelerating the 4.6liter engine.
Restricted fuel return line or a faulty fuel pressure regulator.
Yes, that and dozens of other causes.Yes, that and dozens of other causes.
Most common cause would be the plus wires. Dampness causes them to arc and the cylinder that the wire is arcing on won't fire causing a miss/sputter.
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