2003 Toyota Corolla check engine light

2003 TOYOTA COROLLA
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LADYINDISTRESS99
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2003 Toyota Corolla Engine Size unknown Wheel Drive Type unknown Automatic 90000 miles
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my check engine light came on today and the engine started to shake, it shakes even more when i put the car in drive and drive it, but not as much as when i press on the break. when i checked the oil it was dry i think i might have an oil leak b/c i just got an oil change, but when i noticed the problem i just put a whole gallon of oil in the car and it is still happening. i dont know what the problem is or what to do please help.
Mar 14, 2008 at 10:29 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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You can go to an autoparts store and get the codes read for free. This will give you a starting point.

But the bigger problem is running the engine dry of oil, you should have seen an oil warning light on the dash, and a lot of valve noise.

If you have an oil leak that drops 4 quarts, you should see a significant puddle of oil under the car, and oil on the bottom of the engine.

Also do not overfill the engine with oil.
Mar 15, 2008 at 7:35 AM
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