Stuttering and intermitted check engine light?

Tiny
JUGGALO45
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  • 2008 JEEP PATRIOT
  • 2.4L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 88,000 MILES
Stutters upon acceleration check engine light comes on for a week or so, then goes off.
Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 AT 8:21 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Yep, this is common when the engine is misfiring, I would do a full tune up with spark plugs, ignition coils and a throttle body service. You can run the codes to confirm the engine misfire code which will warrant the tune up as well.

This guide can help:

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

Install each spark plug to the cylinder head. Tighten spark plugs to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).

If confirmed please follow this guide and I have included instructions for your car in the image below.

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

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Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 AT 9:03 AM

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