Engine missing on startup?

2002 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

90,000 MILES • 3.8L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

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For the last couple weeks when I start up and take off cold, my car misses for a few then stops. there's no check engine light on so I don't know what it could be, do you?

Mar 7, 2024 at 4:09 AM

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I would start with a tune up, new spark plugs and wires, also service the throttle bore and IAC. I have also seen the coil pack go bad, but I would start with the plugs and wires. This guide can help walk you through the service with instructions in the images below for your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-tune-up-a-car-engine

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Spark Plug .................... AC Type 41-940

1.52 mm (0.060 in)

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