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Question posted by crystalkirbo85 on September 3rd, 2014

What Does It Mean When Engine Misfires

Is it a big problem or minor

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on September 3rd, 2014 3:11 AM
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Hi. Not a big problem, do follow the tutorial here http://www.ehow.com/how_7587039_check-engine-misfire.html though.

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