My 2004 chevy malibu classic 4 cyl wont start its getting fuel and spark. all fuses are good
There are four things required for an engine to run: air, fuel, compression and properly timed spark. If you have fuel and timed spark, the only two variables are air and compression. Air is not the likely problem, and compression should be good unless you blew a head gasket or the rings in all four cylinders. How did you determine that you have fuel and spark? Those are the two most likely problem areas.
SOURCE: 2004 chevy malibu classic spark plug replacement
Search for the engine model ECOTec 2.2 rather then Malibu. It is very easy to replace the plugs, they are DEEP inside the engine so you will need a 6" socket extension for the spark plug socket. Needle nose pliers were required to retrieve the socket on the first plug. Don't push down hard on the plug, just enough to engage the nut. Full screen photo sequence is available at:
http://www.gaownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?t=99068
SOURCE: replacing spark plugs on a 2004 chevy malibu
2.2L Engine
Allow the engine to cool before removing the spark plugs.
Attempting to remove spark plugs from a hot engine can cause the spark
plugs to seize. This can damage the cylinder head threads.
Clean the spark plug recess area before removing the spark plug.
Failure to do so can result in engine damage due to dirt or foreign
material entering the cylinder head, or in contamination of the
cylinder head threads. Contaminated threads may prevent proper seating
of the new spark plug.
Use only the spark plugs specified for use in the vehicle. Do not
install spark plugs that are either hotter or colder than those
specified for the vehicle. Installing spark plugs of another type can
severely damage the engine.
To install:
WARNING
Do not coat spark plug threads with anti-seize compound. If
anti-seize compound is used and spark plugs are over-torqued, damage to
the cylinder head threads may result.
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have you checked or replaced the starter relay?
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