What can be the cause of a misfire?

Asked by Simpleguru18 Sep 03, 2020 at 09:26 PM about the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer LS 4-Door 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I keep on getting a misfire on my 04 chevy Blazer.  4.3
vortec. I had a engine light before with a P0016 code,
replaced the distributor and problem fixed, however, I also
changed the spark plugs and wires and now I get a misfire.  
Any idea what could it be?
It started doing it after I changed the wires...

2 Answers

5

Hi there! I may be able to provide you with info that we have in general knowledge from working in a dealership and having customers come in with a misfire. Firstly, you say that you’ve replaced your plugs. Make sure they’re all fairly tight, not too tight you don’t want cracked heads. Just double checking has solved it in some cases. Check those wires, and make sure they’re fully seated in the coil packs. We also pack the connections with dielectric grease for good measure. I’d also go around and see if you’ve jostled any connector that involves the ignition system (i,e, the coils, the wires themselves, the line from the ECU to the coil(s) and make sure they’re not flapping around. Finally, if all else fails, I’d try and, if you have them, swap out your OEM ignition components and see if the problem persists. Anyway, best of luck to you man. I bet someone’s who’s been around GM vehicles might have a specific fix, but these are things we try to do if we can’t have access to a certain manufacturers TSB’s or shop manuals.

Your Answer:

Blazer

Looking for a Used Blazer in your area?

CarGurus has 14,182 nationwide Blazer listings starting at $13,064.

ZIP:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

2004 Chevrolet Blazer

Review another car

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Andrew Olsen
    Reputation
    4,250
  • #2
    Rowefast
    Reputation
    3,560
  • #3
    yetilikesbeer
    Reputation
    2,410
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Trailblazer
378 Great Deals out of 22,719 listings starting at $2,750
Used Chevrolet Equinox
2,445 Great Deals out of 48,053 listings starting at $999
Used Chevrolet Tahoe
1,255 Great Deals out of 26,078 listings starting at $1,550
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee
2,636 Great Deals out of 56,490 listings starting at $800
Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500
4,148 Great Deals out of 115,887 listings starting at $1,880
Used Toyota RAV4
1,779 Great Deals out of 26,394 listings starting at $2,900
Used Ford Explorer
2,247 Great Deals out of 49,594 listings starting at $1,995
Used Chevrolet Colorado
929 Great Deals out of 25,020 listings starting at $2,100
Used Dodge Durango
929 Great Deals out of 25,165 listings starting at $1,750

Used Cars for Sale

2024 Chevrolet Blazer For Sale
24 Great Deals out of 6,671 listings starting at $25,295
2023 Chevrolet Blazer For Sale
73 Great Deals out of 1,036 listings starting at $22,989
2022 Chevrolet Blazer For Sale
134 Great Deals out of 1,453 listings starting at $17,495
2021 Chevrolet Blazer For Sale
276 Great Deals out of 2,676 listings starting at $13,789
2020 Chevrolet Blazer For Sale
66 Great Deals out of 886 listings starting at $13,625

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.