2004 Chrysler Intrepid Engine Light On - Accelerated Too Fa

2004 CHRYSLER INTREPID
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EDGE16
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2004 Chrysler Intrepid

While leaving work today i accelerated too fast and RPMs went to about 6000. While this happened, the speedometer needle dropped to 0 then back up to speed. The car continued to drive but it kept jerking back and forth and the engine light came on. I pulled over, turned off my car, then turned it back on. I continued driving home and all seemed fine although the engine light was on. I'm worried that it could be something serious. Any ideas?
Jan 23, 2010 at 7:14 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Have the computer scanned for code/s-you have a problem within the engine manangement system that caused the CEL to turn on-This is your starting point of diagnosis,finding out what's going on.
Jan 23, 2010 at 8:35 PM
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EDGE16
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Several people suggested that it might be a blown head gasket but there is no sign of anti-freeze in my oil so I'm not sure. I may just need to bring it to a shop and get it checked out.
Jan 23, 2010 at 11:26 PM
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At no time you've mentioned overheating but if it is get it block and pressue tested to rule out the headgasket and cracked head or block
Jan 24, 2010 at 12:52 AM