2004 Suzuki XL7 Bad cylinder

Tiny
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  • 2004 SUZUKI XL7
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 78,600 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?
Wednesday, June 4th, 2008 AT 1:26 PM

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Tiny
MERLIN2021
  • MECHANIC
  • 17,250 POSTS
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!
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Wednesday, June 4th, 2008 AT 1:33 PM

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