Running poorly, check engine and airbag light on

Tiny
SHERYLMCDADE41
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  • 2008 DODGE CHARGER
  • 2.7L
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
My car is running bad. It cranks up but sounds like it needs a tune up. Running bad and my heater and A/C do not work and airbag light on and check engine light on.
Saturday, January 12th, 2019 AT 12:39 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.

It sounds like a few different problems. What I suggest you have done is scan the computer. It will store diagnostic trouble codes related to the problems and lead us in the right direction. Here is a quick video showing how one is used:

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

Now, I realize most people don't own a scanner. However, most parts stores will do it for free. If you can have that done and let me know the codes they find, I would much better at helping. If I don't have those codes, it becomes a guessing game. Also, when you get back with me, let me know when the last tune up was done on the vehicle.

As far as the heater and AC, do you mean the fan doesn't work or it does, but you can't change temp? Here are a couple links that may help. Before doing anything, check to make sure the coolant level is full.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-heater-not-working

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-air-conditioner-not-working-or-is-weak

Let me know.

Take care,

Joe
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Saturday, January 12th, 2019 AT 9:37 PM

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