Shaking and burning smell

2001 BUICK LESABRE
300,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DIMINSONSAM
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Couple of days ago I start my car and it's shaking badly and doesn't have the amount of power. Like I have to go into higher rpm's to get up to speed, and if you idle for a minute or drive a bit you can smell something burning. I first checked plug wires making sure they were in good condition and not against anything hot, then I looked for foaming in the oil, then I looked for hoses that are worn, bubbled, kinked and I couldn't find anything. Checked my transmission fluid that was fine should also mention. It doesn't always do it when I start the car. Yesterday it was fine for a bit then it started again.
Jul 2, 2020 at 4:48 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Are there any codes set? It sounds like the engine has a misfire and is making the engine run rough.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

It could be plugs, wires, coils, or modules.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

It could also be a compression issue with the cylinder that is missing. I would check the compression.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

The smell most likely is from the exhaust from the misfire.

Roy
Jul 2, 2020 at 5:49 AM