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Engine
Engine mechanics - 2.0L Diesel (LCD, LBS, LBX, LBY)
Diagnostic Information and Procedures / Miscellaneous
Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption
Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption
Cause
Correction
Worn valves, valve guides and/or valve stem oil seals
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Inspect the spark plugs for oil deposits.
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Repair or replace as required.
Worn piston rings
Oil consumption may or may not cause the engine to misfire.
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Inspect the cylinders for a loss of compression. Refer to
Engine Compression Test
.
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Perform cylinder leak down and compression testing to determine the cause.
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Repair or replace as required.
Engine
Engine mechanics - 2.0L Diesel (LCD, LBS, LBX, LBY)
Diagnostic Information and Procedures / Miscellaneous
Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption
Engine Noise on Start-Up, but Only Lasting a Few Seconds >
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