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In trouble after replacing plugs V70-XC70

posted by  e21Pilot on  Sat Dec 2 19:49 CST 2006
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I replaced the plugs in the 2000 V70XC with the standard Bosch copper ones from IPD.

When I first got the cover off, I noticed there was a little oil in the head area so I cleaned up with a little degreaser and water. Other than that, everything went smoothly.

I started up fine but after about a minute I noticed that the engine started to miss and run rough. It's continued to do so and the Check Engine light came on as well. I suspect the missing plug is causing too much gas to enter the catalytic converter so I shut off the engine.

I checked my work and everything seems fine. I don't know how to tell which cylinder is not firing? I have a volt meter and a timing light but I'm not sure where to hook it up.

Any suggestions on how to test the ignition system?

Thanks,

RGW





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