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javasaurus) wrote2007-04-16 12:46 pm
javasaurus) wrote2007-04-16 12:46 pm
Mr. Tire, part 3
Since originally posting about this, I've learned a little about distributors and rotors. One thing I was told was that the Saturn SL uses direct ignition, so it doesn't even have a distributor cap.
I also learned that my Saturn SL (SOHC) and the slightly sportier Saturn SL2 (DOHC) use slightly different spark plugs. The Champion brand uses the same part number for both, but adds "SOHC" or "DOHC" to the box. A clerk at Advance Auto Parts suggested that Mr. Tire might have used the wrong spark plugs, or might have damaged the spark plug wires. Either problem could lead to the mis-firing problems I'm having. So now I get to remove the spark plugs, determine if they're the right ones, and replace as appropriate, then replace the wires. If that fixes it, fine, I'll take the bad parts back to Mr. Tire and ask for reimbursement on the tune-up.
If not...I dunno, I'll cross that bridge if I get to it.
I also learned that my Saturn SL (SOHC) and the slightly sportier Saturn SL2 (DOHC) use slightly different spark plugs. The Champion brand uses the same part number for both, but adds "SOHC" or "DOHC" to the box. A clerk at Advance Auto Parts suggested that Mr. Tire might have used the wrong spark plugs, or might have damaged the spark plug wires. Either problem could lead to the mis-firing problems I'm having. So now I get to remove the spark plugs, determine if they're the right ones, and replace as appropriate, then replace the wires. If that fixes it, fine, I'll take the bad parts back to Mr. Tire and ask for reimbursement on the tune-up.
If not...I dunno, I'll cross that bridge if I get to it.