engine jerks when accelerating

2007 DODGE CALIBER
50,010 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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NELSON1102
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my dodge caliber jerks when accelerating and, almost like its a miss are something. but it does it on it's own. what would cause this to happen? how can i fix it?
Aug 21, 2010 at 2:25 PM
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Hello,

It sounds like you need a set of spark plugs and a tune up, Here are a couple of guides that will help you fix the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-tune-up-a-car-engine

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

If the problem continues try a new MAF sensor because when these sensors get off a little due too coking they wont set a code just deliverer a false reading to the PCM

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-mass-air-flow-sensor-maf

Please let us know what happens so it will help others.

Cheers, Ken
Aug 18, 2017 at 8:31 PM