rough idle

Asked by Guru1XF2R Sep 02, 2019 at 01:53 PM about the 1998 Cadillac Catera RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

i have a 98 cadillac catera starts up but will not stay running , very rough idle

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TDolby answered 5 years ago

Misfires? I assume the check engine light is on or flashing? Scan for the OBDii trouble codes next. That will help you determine the potential cause.

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