2004 Suzuki XL7 Repair Question
Topics covered: Engine, Compression, Mechanic.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
Asked on June 4, 2008
Bad cylinder
Engine Mechanical problem
2004 Suzuki XL7 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 78600 miles
The 4th cylinder in this vehicle is misfiring and not getting enough compression. I was told by my mechanic that it would need a new engine. I checked with the manufacturer, but the warrantly has expired. I checked on a rebuilt engine, but they are more than the car is worth.
The vehicle still runs.
My question - Is it safe for me to continue to drive it with a bad cylinder? If so, what are the consequences? Approximately how long can you drive a vehicle that has a bad cylinder?
2004 Suzuki XL7 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 78600 miles
The 4th cylinder in this vehicle is misfiring and not getting enough compression. I was told by my mechanic that it would need a new engine. I checked with the manufacturer, but the warrantly has expired. I checked on a rebuilt engine, but they are more than the car is worth.
The vehicle still runs.
My question - Is it safe for me to continue to drive it with a bad cylinder? If so, what are the consequences? Approximately how long can you drive a vehicle that has a bad cylinder?
Asked by labrockAnswer
Replied on June 4, 2008
First unplug the injector, so the engine oil doesnt fill with gasoline, consequenses are a poor running engine, and the possibilty it will die alone the side of the road if another one looses compression..your choice tho!