Scion xB Rough Idle
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What are common reasons my Scion xB has a rough idle?
While there are a variety of reasons your Scion xB has a rough idle, the most common 3 are a vacuum leak, an issue with the spark plugs, or a problem with the ignition coil.
34%
of the time it's
Vacuum Leak
21%
of the time it's
Spark Plugs
15%
of the time it's
Ignition Coil
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Scion xB Repairs and Prices
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Scion xB Rough Idle Repair Symptoms
A failing ignition coil can create several symptoms:
Check engine light comes on
Engine runs poorly or stall
Increased emissions
Reduced fuel economy
Car won’t start
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When spark plugs fail, the engine will struggle. The check engine light will come on, and it may appear either solid or flashing. The driver would likely notice one or more of t...Read More
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