Two cylinders are not working, it kind of/sort of connects when I wiggle the cable and spark plug?

HERMIEN LE ROUX

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1987 TOYOTA COROLLA
1.6L
4 CYL
AUTOMATIC
250,000 MILES

Replaced:
Spark plugs
Cables
Cap
Ignition coil
pinter
condenser

Monday, August 19th, 2024 AT 5:10 AM

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KEN L

MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
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Yes, can happen when a spark plug is cracked when installed, I would remove the spark plugs for an inspection. Here is what it looks like when the spark plug is cracked. This guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

Torque .................... 18 mm (13 lb-ft)

Spark Plug Type:
NGK: BPR5EY
Denso: W16EXR-U

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Monday, August 19th, 2024 AT 9:58 AM

HERMIEN LE ROUX

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Good day, we took it to 3 different mechanics.

1st one said it was the distributor cap rubber and ignition coil.

-so, we replaced it.

2nd said it was spark plug wires and spark plugs.

-this one tested compression, also replaced it.

3rd said the valves is probably burnt but can't confirm without taking out the head again.

--did another compression test.

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Tuesday, August 20th, 2024 AT 12:51 AM

KEN L

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What are the readings? Here is a guide to help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

Please go over this guide and get back to us.

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Tuesday, August 20th, 2024 AT 9:04 AM