Stutters and feels like it is about to stall and the Check engine light on

Tiny
STEPHANIE SHORT
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  • 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 45,500 MILES
Car stutters feels like it is going to stall when I accelerate.
Friday, October 7th, 2016 AT 8:08 PM

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Tiny
AL514
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If the Check Engine light is on, you need to take it to a place (such as Auto Zone or some parts store) to have them scan the computer. The light is on because there is a Diagnostic Trouble code stored in the computer. This code will lead you in a direction of the problem. Most of these parts stores will scan the car for free. Write the code number down and Let us know what the code is and we can help you from there.
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Saturday, October 8th, 2016 AT 3:46 AM
Tiny
RENEE L
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Hi STEPHANIE,

If you decide you would like to conduct the scan yourself here is a link to an article that features written step by step instructions and pictures explaining how to do the scan yourself, also I have included a link to our YouTube channel with a how to video on code scanning.

Most scanners are inexpensive to purchase, you can purchase one online from sites like Amazon.com

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

Once you have the codes please get back to us so that we can further assist you. We are always happy to help.

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.com.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Saturday, October 8th, 2016 AT 2:29 PM

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