Glossary / General

misfire

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If your car feels like it’s hiccuping or losing power, a misfire might be the cause. It means one part of the engine isn’t firing correctly.

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A misfire occurs when one or more cylinders in an engine fail to ignite the fuel-air mixture properly, causing a loss of power and rough running.

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