2002 chevy malibu

60 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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THOMAS TRAVOLINA
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i have a 2002 chevy malibu with a 2005 3.1 J series motor that has 60k miles. recently i was driving and the motor began to tick and shake and the check engine light began to flash rapidly. i had only driven about 1 mile when this happened. i stopped immediately and checked the oil and the level was fine. what do you recommend i do first and then there after.
Dec 13, 2010 at 5:06 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The first thing to do is have the computer scanned for trouble codes. If the light was flashing, there is a code stored in the computer. Most nationally recognized parts stores will do it for free.

Have that done and let me know what you find.
Joe
Dec 15, 2010 at 8:43 AM
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