2004 Suzuki XL7 Bad cylinder

2004 SUZUKI XL7
78,600 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LABROCK
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The 4th cylinder in this vehicle is misfiring and not getting enough compression. I was told by my mechanic that it would need a new engine. I checked with the manufacturer, but the warrantly has expired. I checked on a rebuilt engine, but they are more than the car is worth.

The vehicle still runs.

My question - Is it safe for me to continue to drive it with a bad cylinder? If so, what are the consequences? Approximately how long can you drive a vehicle that has a bad cylinder?
Jun 4, 2008 at 6:26 AM
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MERLIN2021
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First unplug the injector, so the engine oil doesnt fill with gasoline, consequenses are a poor running engine, and the possibilty it will die alone the side of the road if another one looses compression..your choice tho!
Jun 4, 2008 at 6:33 AM
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