2004 Dodge Neon Rough starting

2004 DODGE NEON
74,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LAURIEVOL
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Since the colder weather has come I have noticed when I first start the engine there is a rough kind of sound coming from the engine. A friend told me it is because the oil is cold, but this is worrisome to me. Any suggestions? A belt perhaps? It does go away after the car has warmed up a bit.
Dec 5, 2008 at 6:41 AM
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RASMATAZ
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The engine reacts different in cold weather could be that the coolant temperature sensor not giving the computer the proper signal that the engine is cold and needs more fuel
Dec 5, 2008 at 10:38 AM
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