Rough idle, Stabili Track and Trac control and check engine lights on

MARIA79

MEMBER
2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE
4 CYL
AUTOMATIC
115,000 MILES

My car started idling at a stoplight. When the light turned green it accelerated slower than normal, still shaky, and a Stabili Track light came on, then the traction control light. Afterwards the check engine light came on and it was blinking going down the road. And still idling funny.

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
109,709 POSTS

Hi,

The first thing that needs done is to have the computer scanned for diagnostic trouble codes. Since the engine light was flashing, that indicates a misfire, so we need to identify that first.

Here is a quick video showing how it is done:

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

I realize most people don't own a scanner, but often times a parts store will check it free of charge. If the vehicle is unsafe to drive, see if a parts store will lend or rent one to you. Once you get the codes, let me know what they are so I can guide you.

Here are a couple links you may find of interest. Note that if the check engine light is still flashing when the engine is running, it could result in further damage, so we need to retrieve the codes.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/check-engine-light-top-ten-reasons

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/check-engine-light-is-it-safe-to-drive

Take care,
Joe