Check Engine Light and Misfire Due to Ignition Module/Coil Failure: Pontiac Sunfire Engine & Powertrain

Problem overview

The ignition module or an ignition coil may fail causing an engine misfire, the Check Engine Light may or may not illuminate. Diagnoses will be required to determine the cause and needed repair.

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Pontiac Sunfire vehicles with this problem

5 model years affected

Average mileage: 107,166 miles

(11,000 - 205,000)

Repairs related to this problem

Ignition Coil Replacement

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Check Engine Light and Misfire Due to Ignition Module/Coil Failure on Pontiac Sunfire

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