GoatFei1337

Hi guys, I tried doing a compression test on the 3rd cyl. (misfiring cylinder) and it came back out with a normal reading of 125. But the really bad part is the adapter to the compression tester is stuck in the spark plug socket and now I can't get it out. I'm sorry if this is a stupid mistake but I was wondering if anybody has any tips or tools advice to get it out. I was told that bolt/nut extractors would work. Thanks Goat

Hey guys thanks for all the replies. Sorry I've been busy. But I've noticed that whenever I turn the air conditioning on the tach will fluctuate every few minutes or so and the CEL will blink once. Then sometimes it will shudder (misfire?) once or twice every few minutes at idle. This happens only when I turn on the a/c. Also if it the day is cold like under 60 degrees then the CEL will shut off and the car will turn on really fast, but if it is above 70 degrees and warm/hot then the CEL comes back on and it will take several seconds for it to start. Thanks Goat

06SubLegTx, they are aftermarket ones...

1 Lucky Texan. There was some dirt/residue on the wires, when they were removed to get the head gaskets and valve cover gaskets replaced not long ago almost immediately after I got the car. Downbound how big of a job is it to replace the valve? If it is the same problem? Thanks for the replies.

Hi, I am driving a 2004 Legacy with the EJ251. I've been having trouble diagnosing the P303 3rd cyl misfire. I tried changing the wires, plugs, and ignition coil. It went away for four days and then it came back. I've noticed that it would sometimes turn off during cooler days and it would stay off for like two days before coming back on again. On hot days it would take longer to start and it would come back on. I've also noticed that when the fuel tank is near empty it turns off and then comes back on when I fill up. My only conclusion now is possibly the fuel injector. I am planning on replacing it and see what happens. Any advice and information is greatly appreciated. Thank You Goat