After using a lot of starting fluid my car began to sputter?

2005 NISSAN ALTIMA
177,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARTA13
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After using a lot of starting fluid my car began to sputter. And loses power while driving.
May 2, 2023 at 6:56 PM
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It sounds like you may have burned out the MAF sensor, but we should run the codes to see what comes up.

This guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

This guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/step-by-step-guide-on-what-causes-an-automobile-to-sputter-and

Here is how to change out the MAF sensor in case you need it. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
May 3, 2023 at 10:38 AM