Signs You Need a Spark Plug Replacement

December 01, 2021 · 3 min read

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Your spark plugs are small, but they're mighty! You'll know it when you need a replacement from your GMC and Buick dealer. The signs outlined below will let you know when it's time to get that replacement from your Conway, AR Buick and GMC dealer, so be sure to be on high alert for them.

1. Your Car Won't Start

There are several reasons your car may be hard to start. Sometimes your battery or alternator will be having problems, so you can't get the engine running. However, your plugs may also be the issue. They could be worn out or clogged, so they're not producing enough spark to get your engine to turn over.

2. Your Engine Misfires

If your engine misfires, then you may have a faulty ignition coil, or perhaps you have low-quality fuel. However, a plug that's too worn out to spark can also cause misfiring. Your engine might pop as it loses timing, then it later regains it. You might also notice your engine's pace faltering, but it'll catch back up shortly. This misfiring ends up damaging the catalytic converter, so come to the dealer ASAP.

3. Your Car Has Poor Fuel Economy

If your plugs are worn out, then your engine is trying extra hard to keep working to compensate. This means it'll use up more fuel faster, lowering your fuel economy. If you notice you have to stop for gas more often than usual, then you may have an issue with your plugs.

4. Your Engine Is Noisy While Idle

If your engine is noisy while you're idle, then you probably have a problem with your plugs. You'd better come to get them checked. The noises you can expect to hear when you need a checkup are rattling and knocking sounds that seem like they're coming from your engine.

5. Your Car Won't Accelerate

If you're having trouble accelerating, then your plugs may not have enough strength to ignite the mixture of fuel and air inside your combustion chamber. This reduces your car's ability to accelerate efficiently, and sometimes you won't be able to accelerate much at all.

6. Your Engine Is Louder Than Usual

If one of your plugs starts malfunctioning, then your engine will start getting louder. This is because one or more of your engine's cylinders are overworked, so it's getting louder while it struggles to function. Get your engine inspected if it ever becomes noisier than usual.

Reasons to Visit Your Buick and GMC Dealer For Your Replacement

You deserve the best treatment when you need to replace something in your vehicle, and you'll get that from us. We recommend coming to us for your replacement for three simple reasons:

We're fast: We have lots of technicians on standby to work on your vehicle
We're experienced: We know GMC and Buick vehicles inside and out
We're helpful: We want to answer any questions you have while you're here

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