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Question: Poor performance after replacing fuel injector

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therriens4, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, Saint Paul, MN, January 27, 2010, 10:32
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my 95 sunfire has ran like a dream since i got it 6 months ago. last week i noticed a fuel injector leaking so i quickly replaced it and now it starts hard, shake, makes moaning noises when i accelerate, has a burning smell ( smells like a belt), and i'm now getting 150km LESS per tank. it has 220 000km

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    Oakman January 27, 2010, 10:57
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    It sounds like your fuel injector on your 1995 Pontiac Sunfire may be leaking again. With the key on and the engine off look around the injector area to see if there is any fuel dripping, If so remove the injector and check the seals. You could also have an incorrect or faulty injector.

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