GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Cause

Correction

Damaged or improperly installed cylinder head.

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

  1. Inspect the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection .
  2. Verify engine compression. Refer to Engine Compression Test .
  3. Inspect the cylinder heads.
  4. Inspect the engine block.
  5. Repair or replace damaged components as required.