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05 Nov 2021 09:21 #239874 by JAGtheman
A few weeks later: After standing for 3 weeks ( in workshop being derusted and having the underside sealed) and me away in Munich, on my return... slight rough running and the EM light came on, as you all said it would.

I have received my diagnostic tool (V311 OBD2) and found the OBD2 port (drivers side, under dash, right hand side) and diagnosed sporadic cylinder misfire on all cylinders. Lots of other info too, but that is for the weekend when I will look and learn. So the Jimny is booked into a garage next week to see what gives. My hopeful feeling is that the Wynns engine cleaner has loosened gunk which has affected the fuel injectors. Lets see.....

Julian
2008 Gen 3 Manual
Being completely revitalised

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05 Nov 2021 10:04 #239875 by DrRobin
A tired battery can cause a weak spark and lead to rough running, especially if something else is on the way out (like coils/plugs) so if it has been stood for a while, I I would charge your battery and see if some of the codes will clear?

If the misfire goes, it might suggest coils or plugs are ageing, look for cracks in the coiul packs.

2020 blue SZ5 (one of the last to be registered in the UK)
Ex 2011 Blue Jimny SZ4
Northumberland Jimny Blog

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09 Nov 2021 15:45 #239966 by JAGtheman
You were absolutely correct: spark plugs and coil need replacing. Being done for me as we speak. Will get the vehicle back tomorrow and go for long run on the weekend. I hope the dreaded EML does not come on again!.

Julian
2008 Gen 3 Manual
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09 Nov 2021 16:13 #239967 by DrRobin
If you did have a weak spark, new coils and plugs will not only get rid of the EML, but it will feel like a different car.

2020 blue SZ5 (one of the last to be registered in the UK)
Ex 2011 Blue Jimny SZ4
Northumberland Jimny Blog

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