1997 Chevrolet Malibu random cylinder misfire

2.2L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOSHUAFENDER755
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I have a random cylinder misfire taking place in a 97 chevy malibu. I have replaced the crankshaft position sensor, both o2 sensors, plugs, boots, both coil packs, MAF sensor, Throttle body sensor, Oil Pressure sensor, fuel filter, injectors. Everything is brand new, I am unable to track down the cause of the misfire. I took the car to get smogged at a STAR smog center and it PASSED. I never would have thought it would pass but it did. I reset the check engine light before going and it passed all tests. After leaving I can again feel the misfire and after a while it will become a catalyst damaging event. Please help,
Feb 14, 2014 at 5:20 AM
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HOMER1967
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I would suggest that you have a compression test done on your engine to check for proper valve operation and the ability of the engine to build compression in all cylinders,then go from there.
Feb 15, 2014 at 8:17 AM
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JOSHUAFENDER755
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All cylinders tested perfect. One of the first things i did was check
Feb 15, 2014 at 11:45 AM
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