Spark plugs fouled

2002 MAZDA MPV
150,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EAZYD
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Spark plugs soak with gas. Will not start until I change them.
Aug 4, 2018 at 6:02 AM
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When it starts again with the new spark plugs how does it run? Please let me know. Cheers, Ken
Aug 5, 2018 at 6:47 PM
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EAZYD
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Yes it will run for one day next morning it does the same thing.
Aug 7, 2018 at 5:58 AM
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EAZYD
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It runs good.
Aug 7, 2018 at 6:02 AM
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It sounds like the PCM is no good, but to be sure lets run the codes to see what comes up. Here is a guide to help us get started:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken
Aug 7, 2018 at 10:19 AM