2003 Dodge Neon Performance

2003 DODGE NEON
107,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SMOOTHRUNNER
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The engine "misses a beat" when idling and runs rough when backing up. The only real problems I've
noticed are water flowing out of the muffler (not the tail pipe) which seems to indicate a hole in the seam. And, there is a strange "dead fish smell" coming through the vents. Any suggestions?
Apr 24, 2008 at 10:38 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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water leaking is normal and its not an issue

do you have check engine light on
check for codes
switch your gas brand
Apr 26, 2008 at 7:01 PM
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