Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption. Buick LaCrosse 2008

For 1990-2009 cars only

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Cause

Correction

Faulty cylinder head gaskets and/or cracking or other damage to the cylinder heads and engine block cooling system passages

Coolant consumption may or may not cause the engine to overheat.

•	Inspect for spark plugs saturated by coolant. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection .

•	Perform a cylinder leak down test. Refer to Cylinder Leakage Test .

•	Inspect the cylinder heads and engine block for damage to the coolant passages and/or a faulty head gasket. Refer to Coolant in Combustion Chamber .

•	Repair or replace, as required.