How to Solve Cold Engine Backfire?
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To solve cold engine backfire, the first step is to identify the root cause. Generally, cold engine backfire is caused by an overly rich air-fuel mixture. First, check the fuel injectors, coolant temperature, mass airflow sensor, oxygen sensor, throttle controller, and fuel pressure regulator. If no issues are found, proceed to inspect the ignition system, including spark plug wires, ignition coils, and spark plugs. It could also be due to delayed ignition or an excessively large ignition advance angle. It is recommended to visit a 4S shop or a professional auto repair shop, where a technician can connect diagnostic equipment to pinpoint the issue and perform targeted repairs. More details are as follows: 1. In most cases, as long as the vehicle is properly maintained, the issue is often caused by poor fuel quality. It is advisable to refuel at reputable gas stations and use fuel additives. Switching to higher-quality engine oil may also help. If the problem persists, the most common solutions are replacing the oxygen sensor or ignition coils. 2. Exhaust backfire occurs when excessive fuel is supplied during cold starts, leading to incomplete combustion. The unburned combustible mixture reignites in the exhaust pipe, producing an explosive sound often accompanied by sparks, commonly referred to as exhaust backfire.
