My 2015 jetta was driving fine, was driving home from wor...
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Edward
245 days ago
Hello and thanks for your question. My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I will do all I can to help.
How many miles are on it now roughly? thank you.
Customer
245 days ago
Ok thank you. My name is Beth.
Customer
245 days ago
117500 miles
Edward
245 days ago
Hello Beth, Alright, most likely the problem is due to spark plugs, or coil packs, or a combination of both, as the engine is likely misfiring causing the rough running and blinking check engine light.
Any local independent shop should be able to handle that repair in my opinion. If you have one closer than 60 miles to you. It's not a overly hard job on this engine.
Customer
245 days ago
Ok so is it difficult to change the spark plugs? Where are they located? If it's the coil packs can I do that too?
Edward
245 days ago
I would start with the plugs first, if you stop by a local auto parts store they can scan it to double check my theory, but at that mileage it's likely either coil packs or plugs or combination of both. But I would start with the spark plugs first.
Customer
245 days ago
Ok. So can I just text this number back after I have it scanned?
Edward
245 days ago
Coil packs are on top of the engine, under the cover, right up top. You'll need basic hand tools and a 5/8 plug socket to get them out.
Yes, you can come back here and type in this chat box and I will respond asap later if you need to ask anything else. Thank you!
Customer
245 days ago
Ok. Thank you!!
Edward
245 days ago
Absolutely!
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