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What should I do if my carbureted engine misfires at a high RPM?

My car has a carbureted engine and seems to be misfiring whenever I reach a higher RPM. It makes driving feel kind of unsafe and unstable. What should I do if my carbureted engine misfires at a high RPM?

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Chloe Jenkins · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If your car’s carbureted engine misfires at a high RPM, the best thing you can do is bring your car to a mechanic and have them diagnose the problem and repair it.
The most common causes of engine misfires are:
  • Ignition coils
  • Spark plugs
  • Fuel pump
  • Low engine compression
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