AustinTRx8

I have a 2006 Rx8 with 85000 miles I've recently just done a tune up since I bought the car used and the Carfax said or hasn't been serviced since 2011. The only problem that I've been getting is when I start up my car and let it warm up the steering is tight and jagged but then soon goes back to normal. The other problem is my engine light keeps going on then off on then off . usually turns off when I try to get the codes. Anybody have a clue as to what my problems are and if so can offer any solutions

gwilliams6

Flashing engine light is always a misfire.

- Misfires are shown by a blinking check engine light (CEL), and are usually caused by a failing coil, failing plug wire, and/or failing spark plug. They can also be caused by cat failure, engine failure, vacuum leaks, fouled e-shaft sensor, dirty MAF, missing intake screens, aftermarket intake, failing intake valve actuators and a few other items.

Start here for diagnosis: https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-tec...t-here-222280/

Do you have any CEL codes ?

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gwilliams6

This cleaning may solve your steering issue.

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-do-...g-pics-223713/