Why would I have corrosion on engine wires in 2015 Hyundai Elantra

Asked by GuruKQHJD Dec 12, 2019 at 09:23 AM about the 2015 Hyundai Elantra

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My car was stalling or when trying to pass another car, the revolutions would
increase but the car would not go faster and in some cases stall.

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A tune up may help your situation (that includes replacing plug wires), but you may have other mechanical issues causing your loss of power and stalling, recommend you get it to a mechanic asap.

Moisture will cause corrosion. If the corroded wires are at the battery it is from battery acid.

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