Q: 2005 Mitusubishi Galant 194,000 miles motor was rebuilt at 161,000. Check engine light came on
Car flooded about a month ago during a storm, water came to about mid tire. Drove it up until now with no problems. Now after any type of turn (slight or full) or when coming to a complete stop the car hesitates and jerks even without pressure to the gas. Check engine light is on.
My car has 194421 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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