My kia 2008 optima is shaking bad wgen I drive it and sometimes cuts off when iI go in reverse replaced spark plugs did oil change and now engine light stays on and oil light blinks on and off.

Asked by MD_6 Dec 13, 2016 at 07:48 AM about the 2008 Kia Optima LX

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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From your description the shaking appears to be a misfire in the engine. Coupled with the low oil pressure and cutting off, you need to get the engine diagnosed. It could have a faulty crank or cam sensor, bad timing, or...? You can also have the diagnostic trouble code read (the check engine light is telling you one or more have been set). Most part stores will read the code for you for free, but given you have a misfiring engine with potential loss of oil pressure, you may want to tow it to a mechanic's shop.

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