Q: So I need a total tune up on my car! I was wondering if I could replace my spark plugs now and wait till next week to replace the coils?
My car hesitates to gain speed and putts... I was wondering if I only replaced the spark plugs and not the ignition coils, will it get me through til next week until I'm ready to replace it fully?
My car has 140000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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