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Old 08-23-2013, 07:38 AM   #1
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Hey guys. I'm trying to figure out what is wrong with my car. Cylinders 2 has been misfiring for a while, but it only seems really noticeable at startup. I've replaced my plugs, wires, coilpack, valve cover gasket, head gasket, and timing belt with no luck. A little bit of white smoke comes out the tailpipe when I first start it up. Could it be a dirty fuel injector? Any opinions are welcomed!

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sounds like a good place to turn to next. looks like you have knocked out a bunch of the usual suspects, but perhaps with a miss-fire, it could be due to not getting enough fuel?
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White smoke could be an indication of an internal head gasket leak. You may be able to confirm this with a hot leak down test.

What is the coolant level at? Is the coolant dark in color or does the oil have a light, milky tint to it?
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Old 08-23-2013, 06:22 PM   #4
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White smoke could be an indication of an internal head gasket leak. You may be able to confirm this with a hot leak down test.

What is the coolant level at? Is the coolant dark in color or does the oil have a light, milky tint to it?
The coolant level is at the same spot when I had the head gasket replaced a week ago. The coolant looks normal colored. Maybe it's running lean?
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The coolant level is at the same spot when I had the head gasket replaced a week ago. The coolant looks normal colored. Maybe it's running lean?
Yes, that is certainly plausible. You could test the injector theory by swapping injectors with another cylinder and see if that misfire follows the injector. I would use new orings and a light smearing of fuel fitting lube, oring lube, silicone grease or anything that is for fuel systems. Would suck if the old oring rolled or leaked and fooled your diagnosis.
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