Engine misfire

2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU
43,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BRANDONCAIN51313
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So when i start going at a faster speed take off and keep going it is smooth and fine, but if i take it really easy then it seems to jerk when i take off and jerks a little as you continue to progress slower down the road.
Apr 16, 2019 at 11:26 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

This is probably going to be a problem with your engine vacuum system, but there are a few other things that can cause this condition. Rather than guessing at what it is, please go to the link down below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

Please go through this guide and get back to us with what you are able to find out.

Thanks,
Alex
2CarPros

Apr 16, 2019 at 1:03 PM
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BRANDONCAIN51313
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When traction is off it doesn't seem to jerk or anything yet.
Apr 17, 2019 at 11:15 AM
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STRAILER
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It sounds like you need a tune up. do you have a check engine light on? Here is a guide to help you tune up the engine correctly:

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

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-tune-up-a-car-engine

Please run down these guides and report back.
Apr 18, 2019 at 10:29 AM