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Can I run my car on 3 Cylinders instead of 4

Tiny
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  • 2003 FORD FOCUS
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I have a Ford Focus SE 2.0L Split Port (aka SPI) and the fourth cylinder isn't firing. Can I just remove the spark plug and disable my fuel injector on the fourth cylinder and temporarily drive the vehicle until I get my new engine?
Saturday, April 4th, 2015 AT 8:37 AM

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Tiny
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That won't do any good because the computer will screw up completely. See why it's not firing aka low compression etc. If compression is good have a pro diagnose it as it may be a sensor or something similar.
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