Can a Faulty Fuel Injector Cause Misfiring?

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A faulty fuel injector can cause misfiring, which occurs due to short circuits or open circuits in the fuel injector wiring. Additionally, a faulty fuel injector may lead to other symptoms. Engine Vibration: When a car's fuel injector is damaged and fuel injection becomes uneven, the engine may exhibit symptoms such as vibration during operation. Reduced Power and Increased Fuel Consumption: As the fuel injector deteriorates, the fuel injection volume and pressure cannot be maintained, resulting in decreased vehicle power and increased fuel consumption. Increased Pollutant Emissions: A malfunctioning fuel injector inevitably affects the mixing and combustion of the air-fuel mixture, leading to higher levels of pollutants in the vehicle's exhaust emissions. Black Smoke from Exhaust: With a damaged fuel injector, proper fuel atomization and mixing with air cannot be ensured, causing incomplete combustion of the air-fuel mixture. This results in black smoke from the exhaust and increased engine carbon buildup.