2008 Chev hhr engine light is on.

Asked by Laura Jan 31, 2022 at 02:23 PM about the 2008 Chevrolet HHR LS FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I check the gas cap and even bought a FIXd. It keep tell me the Cylinder 1
misfire Detected. Mechanic say i need a new engine, but I think it something
simple than That e.g Fuel injector. hELP

2 Answers

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Misfire can be a number if things, bad plug, ignition coil, wiring and the list goes on. Also basic engine problems like valves, rings, pistons and cylinder heads. Test engine compression both dry and wet and see if it shows any weakness in the engine itself.

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try some injector cleaner it can't hurt . What do the plugs look like ?

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