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My check engine light came on and my car started sputtering. it sputters at idle and low rpms. at higher rpms it sounds/feels normal. if i keep the car at a constant speed the engine does it more, and twice the check engine light flickered while i was doing just that. whats up? could it be the IAC?

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It could be the idle sensor. If your check engine light is on, get the codes. It it is the IAC, it will pick it up.

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