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What is an Engine Misfire?

What is an Engine Misfire?

Having trouble with your vehicle feeling sluggish or not functioning at its peak? You could be experiencing an engine misfire. Repairing issues with engine misfires range from simple and low-cost to expensive and complex. Keep reading to learn how to recognize the symptoms of a potential misfire and where to get engine repair. Signs Your Car Engine Is Having a Misfire The three primary components that make up vehicle engine systems include fuel, fire, and oxygen. Engine misfires can happen when any of the three primary components of a car's engine are out of sync or timing. If your car feels like it's driving slower, getting less mileage or making unusual noises, these are all signs that show a misfire is taking place. Common causes of engine misfires include auto mechanical issues that can range from simple issues like worn out spark plugs to complex issues like non-working fuel systems to repair. For example, inexpensive repairs such as spark plug replacements may solve is ... read more

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