KmGLB
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- 2000 Mazda B3000
Here's an update:
I did a little more research, although I still replaced my plugs, it is most likely a temporary fix after finding this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Vcojw0DL3A
The mechanic explains electrical failure at the coil pack (distributor) after it has cracked from heat.
In addition he shows an excellent technique for diagnosing electrical failure in the entire ignition circuit.
Big: He points out that on Ford's the misfire is almost always on 3, which is interesting. I also noticed that when I replaced my plugs yesterday, the engine still shook pretty badly at idle and calmed down after a bit. I would say a ceramic plug doesn't have much of a chance of staying intact with all of that shaking.
I did a little more research, although I still replaced my plugs, it is most likely a temporary fix after finding this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Vcojw0DL3A
The mechanic explains electrical failure at the coil pack (distributor) after it has cracked from heat.
In addition he shows an excellent technique for diagnosing electrical failure in the entire ignition circuit.
Big: He points out that on Ford's the misfire is almost always on 3, which is interesting. I also noticed that when I replaced my plugs yesterday, the engine still shook pretty badly at idle and calmed down after a bit. I would say a ceramic plug doesn't have much of a chance of staying intact with all of that shaking.
