Q: I have a 03 Taurus and it's starting to feel rough. Like it wants to cut off. Someone told me it could be a vacuum leak.
It starts fine, but sometimes when I put it in reverse it jumps. My power steering is also going out. I'm sure I need a oil change and probably brakes.
I don't know but I really need help. Thank you
My car has 156000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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