What is a cylinder misfire? A cylinder misfire occurs when combustion inside one of the cylinders is not taking place properly. As a result, the car may jerk or hesitate. This causes the engine to run unevenly and, eventually, it may also have less power when accelerating. In some cases, a warning light may appear on the dashboard. In short, the engine is not running as it should.
There are several possible causes of a cylinder misfire:
- Faulty ignition coil
- Poorly sparking spark plug
- Low or uneven compression
- Dirty injectors
Dirty injectors are a common cause of cylinder misfires. If your injectors are contaminated, you can clean them yourself with an injector cleaner.
