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Judy Roberts Posted on Dec 07, 2011
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When igive the van to much gas and it goes passed the 3 rpm it starts to cut out

When i give to much gas and the rpm goes above 3 it starts to act like its going to die,but if i gradually give it gas it will go as fast as i need it.

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It might not have adequate fuel pressure at high flow rates. (This seems more likely than an intermittent ignition problem.) Perhaps it's time to change your fuel filter.
I suggest you get an engine code readout (especially if the Check Engine light flashes during the cutout or is on all the time). Many car parts stores will do this for free or a nominal charge because it helps them sell you the parts your need to solve the problem.

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Do you have a check engine light on? Sounds like it might have a bad plug wire or coil.

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