elantra jerking when stopped

2010 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
10,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LILELOVR953
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when i first start 2010 hyundai elantra is jerks and shakes when in park and reverse and the rpm needle moves when its jerking. As soon as i press the gas it stops. Also the check engine light rencently came on. Is my car okay to drive for a while before getting it fixed? and what might be wrong?
Dec 3, 2010 at 7:09 AM
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KHLOW2008
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When CEL indicates, an error has been detected by the engine computer and you need a scan to find out what is causing the peroblem.

Your vehicle should be under warranty, let the dealer worry about the problem.

Dec 3, 2010 at 10:20 AM
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