2000 Pontiac Bonneville Repair Question
Asked on December 19, 2011
Misfire
Have a problem with misfire. Took the car to O'reily's and ran diagnostics. Told code was for ramdom misfires. Changed plugs and wires, runs the same. Very difficult acceleration with a lot of noise and rattling, once running over 35-40, seems to run fine. Took back to O'Reily's, code again said ramdom misfire. Suggested coil pack. Changed one that appeared to have a bad stem on it, still the same problem. I'm lost. Service engine light solid when idling or accelerating, flashing when achieves 35-40 mph.
Answer
Replied on December 19, 2011
Have you checked for a restricted exhaust yet?
Replied on December 20, 2011
With a good scan tool you should be able to see specific misfire counts on specific cylinders to help you isolate the problem.
Replied on December 20, 2011
A exhaust shop can check your exhust back pressure for you.