Service engine light flashing, engine is losing pressure, vibrating, and misfiring

2001 BUICK LESABRE
100,000 MILES • 3.8L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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HOPE FULLER
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Changed plugs and coil pack and it is still running sluggishly.
Dec 16, 2021 at 10:50 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

I would start by checking the compression in the motor to be sure there is no issue internally. You need 140-160 pounds in each cylinder.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

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

Then I would check the fuel pressure to be sure there is sufficient fuel in the injectors.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Check for the spark to all the cylinders as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Let me know the results and when we have it narrowed down, we can pinpoint the failure.

Roy

Dec 16, 2021 at 11:35 PM
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