Q: Ignition coil

asked by on April 20, 2017

Had front cam sensor and crank sensor replaced Car started up great and was driven for a few hours which included stopping and starting the car several times. After about 4 hours, the car would not start. It turned over and would almost catch. After sitting for about 40 minutes, it started right up.

My car has 164000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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