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Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption

Cause

Correction

Faulty cylinder head gaskets and/or cracking or other damage to the cylinder heads and engine block cooling system passages. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Vehicle .

Coolant consumption may or may not cause the engine to overheat.
    • Inspect for spark plugs saturated by coolant. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection for the 3.6L engine.
    • Perform a cylinder leak down test.
    • Inspect the cylinder heads and engine block for damage to the coolant passages and/or a faulty head gasket.
    • Repair or replace as required.
   


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