Acts like timing is off when starting, backfires and damaged starter. ok when running!

Asked by Steve_m Mar 16, 2013 at 09:19 PM about the 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Started to act like timing was out of adjustment when starting. once started, it runs and drives perfect. checked timing chain and gears and no problems. replaced old and greasy plug wires with no change. could this be the computer or coil packs?

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James answered 11 years ago

no computer more like coil pak leaking.or ing. moduel ,ck. coil for burn tracks, under side,then moduel

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Steve_m answered 11 years ago

Checked coil paks and see no tracks or cracks. Ing module is $200. any way to confirm this is the issue before replacement? Will replace Ing coils as preventative.

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