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Sticking spark plug

My Focus has a stuck spark plug which is causing a misfire.

Asked on 13 February 2012 by brickydave

Answered by Alan Ross
Well we would suggest that you run the engine till it reaches normal working temp (so allowing the cylinder head to expand) and then try to remove using correct plug socket and suitable extensions.

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