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Worn spark plugs would cause mis-firing or non firing cylinders, both are no good for the engine, replacing the plugs may stop the knock (Could also be a different problem) But you should replace spark plugs as soon as possible.
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Will bad spark plugs cause an engine to burn oil?
No, but burning oil will give you bad spark plugs.
What cause engine pinging in a dodge ram 2001 pick up with a 5.2 engine?
A possible cause is that the intake manifold vally pan gasket has failed and the engine is injesting enough oil to cause a spark knock. Look down into the throttle body for a pool of oil inside the intake.Other cuases include spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, timing, etc.A possible cause is that the intake manifold vally pan gasket has failed and the engine is injesting enough oil to cause a spark knock. Look down into the throttle body for a pool of oil inside the intake.Other cuases include spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, timing, etc.
What problem could the knock sensor cause on your car?
If the knock sensor failed the CEL (Check Engine Light) would be illuminated and the engine may "ping" or "spark knock" under load. Serious "spark knock" can damage the engine if allowed to continue.
Could bad spark plugs make a engine shake?
Bad engine cushions can make the engine shake. bad spark plugs cause malfunction as the car starts running.
Can bad spark plugs cause your engine to shake?
yes definitely.
What can cause oily spark plugs?
As the engine runs and its cylender size gets wider the oil from ur engine gets in contact with ur spark plugs As the engine runs and its cylender size gets wider the oil from ur engine gets in contact with ur spark plugs
What would cause 3 spark plugs out of 4 plugs to be smashed on the end?
Internal engine damage.
Can fouled spark plugs cause engine shaking and knocking as well as loss of power?
Yes, fouled spark plugs can cause engine shaking, and loss or power. I'm not sure about knocking but I'd guess that too.
How many spark plugs are in a V6 engine?
There are 6 spark plugs in a V6 engine.
How many spark plugs are in a diesel engine?
No spark plugs are used in a diesel engine
Ford exploer have hpw many spark plugs?
( 6 spark plugs ) with the V6 engine ( 8 spark plugs ) with a V8 engine
What is the cause of an engine miss on a gmc 6500 496 gas engine?
Be sure to change spark plugs
