1991 Mercedes Benz 500sl misfires

1991 MERCEDES BENZ 500SL
100,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GFREUD
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why does my car misfire only after it is fully warmed up and driven a few miles?
Jul 25, 2010 at 2:52 PM
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Engine running rough or misfiring can be cause by the following:

1.Defective spark plug
2.Inadequate spark/coil,defective spark plug wire.
3.Lack of compression
4.False air leakage.
5.Faulty fuel injectors.
6.Insufficient fuel pressure.
7.Contaminated fuel.
8.EGR valve that is leaking.
9.Oxygen sensors.
10.Throttle position sensor.
11.Idle air control valve.
Jul 25, 2010 at 11:58 PM