Running rough

1998 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
200,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KESHIA SANDLIN
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I shut off the car when I went to start it it started funny. now it is missing on a few cylinders.
May 6, 2017 at 9:30 AM
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Hello,

These cars had a problem with the ignition coils and worn out spark plugs. To find which coil is giving you problems you must get the codes from the computer. Here is a guide to show you how to do it.

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

and

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

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

May 8, 2017 at 5:35 PM
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