Misfiring

Tiny
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Engine misfiring when cold.
Friday, May 4th, 2018 AT 6:17 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Mainly three things can cause a cold misfire. A vacuum leak.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

The engine needs a tune up.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-tune-up-a-car-engine

Or you have a engine coolant temperature sensor that is giving you problems.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-temperature-sensor-cts-replacement

Please run down these guides and diagrams and report back.

Cheers, Ken
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