Please help! I am new to this, I have a 1997 2.5TL and the engine has started to sputter while not only sitting in idle, but running as well. The check engine light has turned on and will blink on and off for a few seconds then will remain lit. Please if anyone can help I would really appreciate it.

 

go to autozone and check for the error code first. its free

if u have less then 150,000 miles on the car go to the dealer hopefully the problem is only the emission,otherwises u pay the other costs that does not involved in emission

 

The free emissions system repair and tuneup are the way to go if your mileage is < 150K.

A blinking CEL means a misfire has been detected, further suggesting an ignition system fault or faults.

good luck

 

thanks- i am barely under 150,000mi. I will take it in to autozone.

 

what if I didnt get it directly from the dealer??? I got it used at toyota dealership. Can the acura dealership still help me?

 

yes, they can still help you, your car is still underwarranty from acura. no matter where you bought it from as long as its under 150,000 miles good luck

 

i would just take it straight to Acura.. as long as u r under 150k miles, as others have pointed out, you should be good.

 

If the warranty work has not been done prior to your purchasing the car, Acura will be able to help....

 

what if I dont know if prior warranty work has been done on my car...will acura know this? Thanks again everyone

 

they will check the Vin # of your car to see the Maintenance