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Old Dec 11, 2011 | 01:40 PM
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When I started up my is250 today it was shaking real bad and my vsc light was coming and my check engine light was too. Now when I start it up everything is good. Any ideas?
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Old Dec 11, 2011 | 03:04 PM
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could be carbon build up in your engine, take it to the dealer if u still have warranty
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Old Dec 11, 2011 | 04:58 PM
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Covered by 6 yr/70k mile powertrain warranty.
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Old Dec 11, 2011 | 07:00 PM
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sounds like the carbon buildup. I'd take it to the dealer.
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