1999 Other Oldsmobile Models ignition misfire cylinder 5

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1999 Other Oldsmobile Models 6 cyl Wheel Drive Type unknown Automatic 98620 miles
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I started my Olds 88 LS car and heard a mechanical crack noise - the check engine light came on when I came down my driveway. I had Autozone read the code and was told of the misfire. I drove the car for 10 miles and the check engine light went off and it drives without hestitation.
Can I resume driving as usual or is some specific servicing needed? Tune-up with change of plugs and wires or something more involved? What is the worse case scenario - is it worth fixing?

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Jan 8, 2008 at 11:19 AM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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absolutely worth fixing. plugs and wires will probably fix your problem. possibility of replacing 1 coil if its burnt really bad. you can check by removing each wire 1 at a time from the coil and you will probably find 1 that is rusty or black at the coil tower. very common problem.
Jan 8, 2008 at 11:22 AM