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How do you fix a cylinder that has misfired and can you still drive your car?
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∙ 12y ago
1st you should determine the cause of the misfire:
Does the vehicle have "coil on plug" ignition system?
Could be a bad coil
Could be a bad spark plug or wire
Do a compression test to see if problem is internal to the engine:
Burned valve or bad piston
You can drive vehicle, however fuel mileage will be bad and you will probably ruin the catalytic converter
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∙ 12y ago
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The gas is shot into the cylinder where it is compressed, then ignited. This causes the cylinder to move up and down within the cylinder block. As the cylinders move they turn the drive shaft which then provides power to the car.
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no
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If the car is a rear wheel drive , then ( YES )
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Should be correct
Is it safe to drive a car with 3 cylinders?
no it will still add fuel to the other(s) contaminating oil and will gall the cylinder where the ring is running dry generating extra heat possibly causing seizure as well and or breakage. The only type to drive in this manner is one that is built with 3 cylinder function
Can you still drive the car even if the abs sign is flashing?
Yes, you can still drive the car. The light indicates there is a problem with the ABS. Your conventional brake system will still work. But do, check your master cylinder to make sure you are not low of brake fluid. If you notice anything out of the ordinary with the normal brake system stop driving and have it repaired. Know that your ABS may or may not function in an emergency.
Is it safe to drive a car when one cylinder is misfiring?
It depends on the reason that cylinder is misfiring. It could cause serious damage to the catalytic converter.
How safe is it to drive a 4 cylinder car across the desert?
If it has been well maintained, no problem.
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No
Will a car still drive if 2 valves are bent?
No
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what is the problem when the car will not go in drive or reverse? and the transmission fluid is still full
